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Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special EditionvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition40mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition72h
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition300m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition$1,550
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R55
Seiko NH34A
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,550
$299

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition is praised for its attractive emerald green sunburst dial with gold accents and its comfortable wearability. Owners note the dial looks gorgeous in the right light, and some find it fits better than other models. The watch features a 40mm steel case, a domed sapphire crystal, and 300m water resistance, powered by the 6R55 movement with a 72-hour power reserve. However, some find the watch wears top-heavy due to its density and case design, and the bracelet clasp is criticized for stamped parts and limited micro-adjustment. The retail price of €1,700 is considered high by some, with sales recommended. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the dial's beauty and the watch's comfortable fit, despite some reservations about its weight distribution and bracelet clasp.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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