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Seiko Prospex SeavsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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Prospex Sea
SeikoProspex Sea
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea42mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea72h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea300m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
Prospex Sea
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
13.3mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R54
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Sea for its excellent value, solid build, and comfortable wearability, with specific mentions of its matte black dial, excellent lume, and cushion case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. The 4R36 movement is noted for hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and the bezel action is described as smooth and precise. Some owners find the watch to be a legitimate tool with a fair price, while others describe it as big, thick, and heavy, uncomfortable for smaller wrists, though this is subjective as one owner found the size perfect. The solar quartz movement is also highlighted as a collection-worthy feature. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its exceptional value and comfortable, classic design.

Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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