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Seiko Prospex Sea PADI Special EditionvsGruppo Gamma Field III

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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.

Gruppo Gamma Field III

The watch's 200m water resistance is a notable strength. A weakness is the use of the Seiko NH34A GMT movement, which might be considered less desirable than some other options due to its relatively lower grade compared to other movements in this price range.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41.7mm
Field III40mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition41h
Field III41h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition200m
Field III200m
MSRP
Prospex Sea PADI Special Edition$650
Field III$439

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41.7mm
40mm
Thickness
12.3mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
4R35
Seiko Instruments NH38A
Power Reserve
41h
41h
Jewels
23
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$439
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