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Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition

Diver

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition is praised for its attractive emerald green sunburst dial with gold accents and its comfortable wearability. Owners note the dial looks gorgeous in the right light, and some find it fits better than other models. The watch features a 40mm steel case, a domed sapphire crystal, and 300m water resistance, powered by the 6R55 movement with a 72-hour power reserve. However, some find the watch wears top-heavy due to its density and case design, and the bracelet clasp is criticized for stamped parts and limited micro-adjustment. The retail price of €1,700 is considered high by some, with sales recommended. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the dial's beauty and the watch's comfortable fit, despite some reservations about its weight distribution and bracelet clasp.

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Prospex Sea The Black Series
1 Variant
Lume:LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
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Case
40mm
Power Reserve
72h
Movement
Automatic
Water Resistance
300m
Crystal
Sapphire + AR
01

Case Dimensions

Diameter40mm
Thickness13mm
Lug-to-Lug46.4mm
Lug Width20mm
02

Case Build

MaterialStainless Steel
Water Resistance300m
03

Crystal & Dial

CrystalSapphire
ShapeCurved
AR CoatingAnti-reflective coating on inner surface
LumeLumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
04

Movement

Caliber
6R55
TypeAutomatic
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve72 hours
Jewels24
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
05

Design Language

Dial styleSunburst
BezelRotating (dive)
Bracelet / strapLug-attached bracelet
HandsBaton
AI-detected from product image · 5/22/2026
In a nutshell

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition is an automatic diver watch, with a 40mm stainless steel case, 13mm thick, powered by the 6R55 movement and a 72-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 300m, under a sapphire crystal. Manufacturer MSRP is $1,550.

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