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Phoibos Depth HuntervsSeiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch

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Depth Hunter
PhoibosDepth Hunter
MSRP $470
What people say

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Phoibos Depth Hunter

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter for its surprisingly slim 300m diver case and unique, summery design. One owner highlights its solid build, well-made bracelet with toolless microadjust, great finishing for the price, attractive color palette, long-lasting lume, sharp case lines, and accuracy of +5-7 seconds per day. However, some find the case and dial do not match well, and the lume is disappointing, while others dislike the "popsicle stick" hands. The aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, with some preferring alternative designs. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter highly for its slim profile and distinctive design at its price point.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch offers a 300-meter depth rating and a caller-style GMT complication powered by the Caliber 6R54 movement, which provides a 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its refined clasp with extensive micro-adjustment. However, the movement's accuracy, ranging from +25 to -15 seconds per day, is considered a drawback by some. Overall, reviewers highlight the Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch as a good reminder of Seiko's value, despite the wide accuracy range of its movement.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Depth Hunter40mm
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch42mm
Power Reserve
Depth Hunter40h
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch72h
Water Resistance
Depth Hunter300m
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch300m
MSRP
Depth Hunter$470
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch$1,700

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48.6mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$470
$1,700
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