Introducing a new special edition dive watch from Padi, leading the Seiko Prospex collaboration with the world-renowned professional association of diving instructors.
This watch shape is affectionately called “Sumo". Seiko Fans for its size and shape as well as the 12 o'clock marker - this is an extremely sturdy looking watch.
The dial of this design was influenced by a diver's underwater view while the sun reflects and shines on the surface. The light blue minute hand and scale on the bezel allow for easy readability in deep water.
It works with an in-house mechanical movement caliber 6r35, has a power reserve of 70 hours and is water resistant to 200 m. The case is made of stainless steel with a super-hard coating. The bracelet features a newly refined diver's buckle design. It features sapphire crystal and a date display on the dial.
The Padi watch collection is exclusive to Seiko available, as the only global watch brand to design a range of professional diving watches in official colors with the Padi logo. Padi (the professional association of diving instructors) is the world's leading organization for diving education, uniting divers around the world who share a passion for adventure and a love of the sea. Proceeds from each Seiko Prospex watches are donated to support the Padi Ocean Cleanup Campaign.
Prospex is a combination of the words "professional" and "specifications". "Seiko Prospex watches are practical, reliable and durable; to meet the high standards required in extreme environments for sports lovers and adventure seekers alike.