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Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special EditionvsVaer Atlas

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Atlas
VaerAtlas
MSRP $699

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition43.8mm
Atlas38mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition41h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition200m
Atlas100m
MSRP
Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition$650
Atlas$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
43.8mm
38mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.7mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
4R35
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
23
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$699

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition for its exceptional and captivating dial designs, often described as a highlight that evokes ocean surfaces with unique textures and color gradients. The watch is frequently noted for its excellent value, with some reviewers comparing its aesthetics to much higher-priced brands. Owners report satisfactory lume and accurate timekeeping, with figures ranging from +5 seconds per day to more precise results. However, some owners and reviewers point to the bracelet clasp as a point of criticism, describing it as underwhelming or flimsy, and some find the watch to be top-heavy. There are also mentions of imperfect day/date wheel alignment and occasional bezel alignment issues on some models within the line. The Seiko Prospex Sea Save the Ocean Special Edition is available in various case sizes, with some owners questioning if certain dimensions are too bulky for daily wear.

Vaer Atlas

The Vaer Atlas is widely praised as a versatile everyday watch, with its 100m water resistance and screw-down crown noted as key strengths. Owners appreciate the inclusion of both rubber and nylon straps. One owner found the orange dial color not precisely as expected. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Vaer Atlas a great value for its robust features and everyday wearability.

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