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Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited EditionvsLongines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

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At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition44mm
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition50h
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition200m
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
MSRP
Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition$3,300
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.3mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Both sides
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
8L35
L888.5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
50h
72h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,300
$3,200

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition for its attractive, well-made design and gorgeous dial, noting its jewel-toned teal color and rippling-water pattern. The bezel action is smooth with a muted sound, and the case and bracelet offer a more comfortable feel than previous iterations. However, multiple owners express disappointment with the accuracy of the 6R movement at its price point, with some noting theirs runs slow, and consider the price too high. The steep rehaut and marker size make the 24-hour numbers difficult to read, and some find the case design makes the watch feel top-heavy despite wearing smaller. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Black Series Limited Edition highly for its striking dial and refined case design, despite concerns regarding movement accuracy at its price.

Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

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