Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special EditionvsZelos Swordfish 3

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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 PADI Special Edition at true scale

Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

Zelos Swordfish 3 at true scale

Swordfish 3

Diameter

45mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

52.6mm

n/a

Thickness

13.4mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

70h

n/a

MSRP

$1,200

$399

lowest

Movement

Seiko 6R35

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Thickness
13.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.6mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R35
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,200
$399
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Reviews

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

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition for its attractive PADI color scheme and dials, with many noting its robust build quality and excellent lume. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the value proposition, with one owner stating the bracelet exceeds expectations for its price point. Some owners find the watch chunky and potentially top-heavy, while others note the lug-to-lug measurement can be long for smaller wrists. One owner reported that the 6R35 movement in their Alpinist was not great, and another warned about the pin and collar system on the bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its distinctive design and value.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its strong value, with reviewers highlighting the textured sandwich dial, Seiko NH35 movement, 200m water resistance, and surprisingly good bracelet. The titanium construction is noted for making the watch compact and comfortable, weighing 117g. Some owners find the dimensions fine on paper and based on experience with other models. One reviewer flagged that legibility can suffer in bright light and bracelet edges are sharp. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its incredible value and fun design, particularly with unique dial options.