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Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special EditionvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition40mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition72h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition300m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition$1,550
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6R55
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,550
$428

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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.

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.

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