Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special EditionvsVenezianico Nereide Tungsteno 42 - 4521502C

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition

Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 42 - 4521502C at true scale

Nereide Tungsteno 42 - 4521502C

Diameter

42.7mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.4mm

lowest

49mm

Thickness

13.2mm

lowest

13.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

70h

n/a

MSRP

$1,350

$1,100

lowest

Movement

Seiko 6R35

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42.7mm
42mm
Thickness
13.2mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R35
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$1,100
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Reviews

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Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition for its beautiful design and refinement over prior models, with its glacier-inspired textured dial being a particular highlight. However, a significant portion of the community finds the €1500 RRP to be too high, suggesting a price point closer to €900-€1000, and note the use of an aluminum bezel insert. Some owners report that the 6R movement runs slow. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Heritage Diver's Save the Ocean Special Edition highly for its aesthetic refinement, though the price point is a notable concern for the community.

Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 42 - 4521502C

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 42 for its beautiful dials, recognizable design language, and solid brand support. The mirror-like tungsten bezel is a standout feature, described as color-changing with crisp action and perfect alignment. However, the bracelet is criticized for its lack of micro-adjustment and excessive tapering, and the lume is noted as weak. The 42mm case size is a potential drawback for some, and the watch is available on the used market for around $1500. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide Tungsteno 42 highly for its distinctive tungsten bezel and attractive dial finishing at its price point.

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