Seiko Prospex SeavsWolbrook Skindiver Automatic

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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 at true scale

Prospex Sea

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic at true scale

Skindiver Automatic

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.9mm

n/a

Thickness

12.3mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

150m

Power Reserve

70h

n/a

MSRP

$900

$449

lowest

Movement

Seiko 6R35

Miyota 8315

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.9mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$449
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Seiko Prospex Sea

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its value and robust build, with many highlighting its excellent lume and attractive design. Some owners find the 41mm case size perfect, while others with smaller wrists consider it too large, thick, and heavy. The stock rubber strap is noted as uncomfortable for land wear by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its design and value at the price point.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic for its vintage aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and legible dial, with many noting the quality of the Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap. Some owners report exceptional accuracy from the Miyota 8315 movement, while others find it noisy. Criticisms include laughable lume from one source, a crown that lacks a positive lock, and drilled lugs that can be problematic with certain spring bars. The warranty policy not transferring to subsequent owners is a significant concern for some. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic a quality piece for its price, offering a handsome vintage look with solid specifications.

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.

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