Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Head-To-Head: Seiko Prospex Series SLA017J1 versus SLA025J1 versus SLA033J1 (otherwise SBDX019 versus SBEX007 versus SBDX031)

The trinity of Seiko's iconic watches albeit re-crafted from the original designs. From left to right; the SLA017J1 (for a full review click here), re-crafted from the legendary 1965 Seiko 62MAS (autoMAtic Selfdater) Ref. 6217-8000/1; the SLA025J1 (for a full review click here), re-crafted for the famous 1968 Seiko Hi-Beat Ref. 6159-7001; and the SLA033J1 (for a full review click here), re-crafted for the incredible 1970 Seiko Ref. 6105-811X.



Below are some important comparative characteristics of each watch for your reference.

DETAILSSLA017J1SLA025J1SLA033J1
TypeScuba divingScuba divingScuba diving
Width
39.9 mm
44.8 mm45 mm
Length47.9 mm51.4 mm49.7 mm
Height14.1 mm 15.7 mm13 mm
Lugs19 mm19.0 mm 19 mm
ComplicationDateDateDate
Movement8L35; 26 jewels8L55; 37 jewels (Hi-Beat)8L35; 26 jewels
MaterialStainless steel with DiaShieldStainless steel with DiaShieldStainless steel with DiaShield
StrapSilicone strap and metal bracelet providedSilicone strapSilicone strap
CrystalBox-shaped sapphire crystal with AR coatingDual-curved sapphire with AR coatingDual-curved sapphire with AR coating
Water Rating200 m300 m200 m
ConstructionCasing with screw-down solid case-back Monocoque casing Casing with screw-down solid case-back
CrownScrew-down Screw-down Screw-down
BezelUnidirectional 120 clicksUnidirectional 120 clicksUnidirectional 120 clicks
Weight110 gm147 gm131.5 gm
MSRPUSD3,400USD5,400USD4,250
Year201720182019
Limited Edition2,000 examples (#911)1,500 examples (#880)2,500 examples (#831)

As you can see, the SLA025J1 appears to a class to itself. It has a unique case construction, deeper water rating and uses a higher caliber movement.



In terms of comfort, in my opinion, the SLA017J1 is a clear winner. Its smaller dimensions makes it more suited for all occasions compared to the other two. For more information, please visit the complete review I've made on each watch.


  1. The Seiko Prospex Diver SLA017J1 Limited Edition Dive Watch

  2. Seiko Prospex SLA025J1 Hi-Beat 300 Meter Limited Edition Dive Watch 

  3. Seiko Prospex SLA033J1/SBDX031 Limited Edition 1970 Diver



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5 comments:

  1. Lovely collection you got there sir. This 3 watches would be always be my holy trinity grail of Seiko. Pure classic with heritage.

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