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Seiko Prospex LX linevsZelos Swordfish Field 38

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Prospex LX line
SeikoProspex LX line
MSRP $5,500
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399
What people say

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Seiko Prospex LX line

Owners widely report the dial's blue-green sunburst is phenomenal, and the sapphire glass features blue AR coating. Some owners feel the high price limits discounts and sales, with one AD noting extremely low sales due to the cost. One owner reported DLC peeling off a two-week-old watch, and another noted quality control issues like bezel inserts and fallen second hands. On balance, owners consider the Seiko Prospex LX line a nicely built watch, though pricing led to poor sales and its discontinuation.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex LX line44.8mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Prospex LX line72h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Prospex LX line200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Prospex LX line$5,500
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
44.8mm
38mm
Thickness
14.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.9mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Super-clear coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
5R66
Seiko NH35
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
30
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,500
$399
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