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Seiko Prospex SeavsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Prospex Sea
SeikoProspex Sea
MSRP $1,100
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea41.3mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea72h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea300m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Prospex Sea$1,100
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41.3mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.2mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Bronze
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R55
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,100
$399

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea

Seiko Prospex Sea models are widely praised for their excellent build quality, value for money, and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating the vintage-inspired designs and robust construction. Owners note the silicone straps are surprisingly comfortable and well-finished, and the Lumibrite lume is excellent. However, some find the 44.3mm size and thickness too large for smaller wrists, though others report the sizing as perfect. The 6R15 movement in some variants offers accuracy around +4 seconds per day with a 50-hour power reserve, while newer movements offer more. Some models are criticized for a bracelet width not matching the case size or a rudimentary clasp for their price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its impressive case work and finishing at its price point.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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