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Seiko Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited EditionvsVario Futurist

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Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition72h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition300m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition$1,400
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Purple
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R55
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,400
$648

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition

The Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition is praised for its compact 40mm case and the new Caliber 6R55 movement offering a 72-hour power reserve. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning dials as a strong suit for Seiko. However, the 6R movement's accuracy is a point of disappointment for some, who wish for improvements closer to other movements, though others accept it given the excellent overall package. Press images suggest the bracelet end links may appear disjointed. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Prospex Sea Seiko Prospex 1965 Heritage Diver’s Watch Save the Ocean Limited Edition well, with the stunning dials and improved power reserve being the biggest reasons.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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