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Spinnaker Fleuss 40 AutomaticvsSeiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

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Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition
SeikoProspex Sea PADI Special Edition
MSRP $650

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41.7mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
MSRP
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41.7mm
Thickness
11mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Coral
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
4R35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$650

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What people say

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Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition is widely praised for its attractive blue and red PADI colors, rich dial aesthetic, and excellent lume that stands out even in dim environments. Owners highlight its robust build quality and excellent bezel action, noting the wave dial is a favorite. However, the Hardlex crystal and the 4R36 movement's accuracy range of +45 to -35 seconds per day are identified as compromises for the price. Some owners find the diver's extension difficult to open and the bracelet adjustment challenging, though manageable. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition highly for its build quality and striking dial design at its price point.

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