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Seiko Captain WillardvsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

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Seiko Captain Willard

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation is praised for its impressive finishing and value, with reviewers noting its well-designed dial and excellent LumiBrite lume. The watch features a textured grey or dark brown dial, silver hands and indexes with beige or cream lume, and a matte grey or dark bezel insert. It houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve. Some reviewers question if its performance specs align with its price point. Overall, reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation highly for its finishing and value over $1,000.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic

The Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic is widely praised for its attractive vintage aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and legible dial, with many owners highlighting its quality build and value under $500. Owners often commend the Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap, the box sapphire crystal, and the overall solid feel that suggests nothing is cheap. Specific praise is given to its lume, which some find lasts well and is great, and its accuracy, with one owner noting exceptional performance. However, some find the finishing merely fine, not exceptional, and note issues with the push-pull crown lacking a positive lock or being noisy. The 20mm strap width and drilled lugs that don't fit all spring bars are also mentioned as potential drawbacks. The Miyota 8315 movement, while preferred over the 8215, is described by one owner as noisy, and the non-transferable warranty policy is a concern for some.

From video reviewers

The vintage-inspired design and comfortable wearability of the 38mm case are consistently praised. However, reviewers note that the bracelet feels light and lacks a premium feel. Opinions are divided on the world timer bezel.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Captain Willard42.7mm
Skindiver Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Captain Willard70h
Skindiver Automatic
Water Resistance
Captain Willard200m
Skindiver Automatic150m
MSRP
Captain Willard$1,300
Skindiver Automatic$453

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42.7mm
40mm
Thickness
13.2mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
underside
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
LumiBrite
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R35
Miyota 8315
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,300
$453
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