Seiko Prospex SeavsWilliam Wood Valiant
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Measurements
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Prospex Sea
Valiant
Diameter
41.7mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
49mm
lowest
Thickness
12.3mm
lowest
15mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$595
lowest
$820
Movement
Seiko 4R35
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely report the Seiko Prospex Sea is a well-built watch at a fair price, with some finding its 41.7mm case size perfect while others with smaller wrists consider it big, thick, and heavy. Reviewers consistently praise the excellent lume and robust design. One owner notes the bezel action is smoother and more precise than some other Seiko divers. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its value and proven design.
Owners praise the William Wood Valiant's unique, conversation-starting design inspired by British Fire Exit signs, featuring a gunmetal gray PVD-coated 41mm steel case and a strap made from recycled fire hose. Reviewers highlight the playful "Fire Exit man" graphics on the day/date indicators and rotor as notable elements. One owner considers the price of over £900 to be excessive. The watch uses a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and is water-resistant to 100 meters. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the William Wood Valiant for its distinctive theme and use of upcycled materials, despite some finding the price high.
The case finishing is praised for its unique use of upcycled firefighting materials. The price is considered high relative to the movement specifications.
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