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Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special EditionvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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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.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition40.5mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition70h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition200m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition$1,250
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
39mm
Thickness
13.2mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Green
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R35
Ronda 1062
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,250
$428
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