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Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special EditionvsVaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

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D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
VaerD5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition40.5mm
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition70h
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition200m
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto200m
MSRP
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition$1,250
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
39mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.6mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Anacapa
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R35
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,250
$699

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition for its unique dial color and execution, with one owner noting its 44mm lug-to-lug measurement is perfect for most wrists. The dial is inspired by Okinawa's ocean colors and is expected to feature a bright sunburst effect. Accuracy figures for the 6R35 movement range from -10/+10 seconds per day when off/on the wrist, which some find "pretty amazing." However, some owners consider the price of around 1500€ too high, suggesting a value closer to 900€, and there are mixed reports on the 6R movement's accuracy. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition highly for its distinctive dial and wearability, despite some reservations about its price point.

Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto is widely praised for its 39mm case size and refined yet rugged case design, with owners noting it wears well and fits perfectly. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the colorful, multi-layer dial, with one specifically appreciating the matte green dial's accenting of other colors. The watch's American assembly is also a point of praise. One owner found the fit superior to a previous Seiko "Baby Hulk." A reviewer noted the bezel numerals lack lume, and the date wheel's three-orange-one-green pattern is described as peculiar. One owner also felt the minute markers seemed oddly placed. The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto uses a Miyota 9015 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto highly for its wearability and dial design at the price point.

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