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Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited EditionvsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

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1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition45mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition41h
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition200m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition$795
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
45mm
37mm
Thickness
13.2mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.7mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
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
Grey
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
4R36
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$428

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition is praised for its well-executed movie homage, featuring a striking silver-to-blue gradient dial with a hidden shark design and the "JAWS" logo. Owners note the special case back marked with the Orca boat and shark fin, and the inclusion of a special box. The watch is considered a fun summer piece, with a comfortable blue silicone strap, despite its 45mm dimensions. The 4R36 automatic movement is noted to have a 41-hour power reserve, with accuracy reported between +45 and -35 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition for its unique Jaws-themed dial and commemorative details.

Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

Owners widely appreciate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé for its historical representation and the use of two lume colors. The blended branding is considered tasteful by some, though one owner expressed indecision about the logo and crown position. The 37mm bronze case is designed to develop a patina, as are the bronze hands, complementing the gradient matte black dial with faux-patina lume. The Miyota 82S5 automatic movement, however, is noted by owners to be noisy and rattly, with one owner reporting +7 seconds per day accuracy and a 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé positively for its aesthetic appeal and historical narrative, despite the noisy movement.

From video reviewers

The bronze case developing a patina is a key aesthetic feature. Reviewers found the value proposition to be good at $428 USD.

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