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Seiko · Prospex Sea

Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series

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$765
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Case

Diameter
45mm
Thickness
13.2mm
Lug-to-lug
47.7mm
Lug width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
200m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
AR coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

Caliber
Seiko 4R36
Type
Automatic
Power reserve
41h
Jewels
24
Hacking
No
Hand-winding
No
Complications
Time only

Seiko

Seiko's day-date automatic caliber and the in-house branded version of the NH36 with stricter quality control and finishing. The additional day wheel over the 4R35 adds the day-of-week complication without changing the movement dimensions. Found extensively in the Seiko 5 Sports and Prospex lines, it offers Seiko's proven reliability with the convenience of day-date display at a mainstream price point.

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
matte
Bezel
rotating
Bracelet
lug-attached
Hands
baton

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The Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series is widely praised for its impressive value and compelling design elements. Reviewers highlight the SLA073's cave-diving-inspired dial, high-quality bracelet, and the robust 8L35 movement, calling it a standout release. The SRPE33 and SRPE39 models are noted for their attractive price, manta ray decorated dials, and excellent LumiBrite lume, though bezel alignment can be inconsistent. The SNJ029 is celebrated for its dynamic, colorful aesthetic, solar charging, and comfortable strap, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Overall, the consensus is that Seiko Prospex Sea The Black Series models offer excellent value, with specific models lauded for their unique dials, quality finishing, and practical features like solar charging.

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