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Spinnaker Bradner Pearl DivervsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

The Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver is noted by owners as large on smaller wrists, with a 50mm lug-to-lug and 15mm height being a concern, though some find it acceptable with specific strap choices. Opinions on finishing quality vary, with one owner reporting issues like a poorly seated bezel and crooked indices. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver with mixed reviews regarding its size and finishing.

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition for its robust build quality, excellent bezel action, and strong lume that performs well in low light. Reviewers note specific models feature attractive dials, such as the jewel-toned teal with a water pattern or a deep dark blue gradient. Some owners highlight the comfortable wearability and solid bracelets. The 4R36 movement is mentioned with a 41-hour power reserve, while the 6R55 movement offers a 72-hour power reserve and a stated accuracy of +25/-15 seconds per day. One owner finds the multi-lingual date function and divers extension difficult to use, and bracelet adjustment can be initially frustrating. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its dive watch functionality and attractive dial designs.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bradner Pearl Diver42mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition45mm
Power Reserve
Bradner Pearl Diver
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Bradner Pearl Diver180m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
Bradner Pearl Diver$370
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
15mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
47.7mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
180m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH35
4R36
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$370
$650
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