Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2019. First watch that I have bought with a stainless bracelet and it's a nice change. Its simply supposed to be like this and thats its charm. The Pepsi color scheme has always been a collectors favorite, and the mix of blue sunray pattern dial, red highlighted minute hand/hour markers and red/blue divers bezel do it justice. Condition: the dial is, in my opinion, perfectly balanced. 
Something went wrong. The Prospex SRPA21 PADI Turtle, very popular since its release in 2016 as part of Seikos famed 6105/6309 Turtle reissue, is no exception. I cant recommend this enough to anyone that is looking for a great looking watch with some collectibility and value.. probably the best diver for the money out there! With the metal bracelet, the watch weighs in at 181 grams. This recent Seiko diver purchase was very carefully considered. The band fits beautifully on the wrist with adjustments on the clasp end to facilitate a real decent fit as far as rigid bands go. special PADI editions of some of their most popular diving models. Weight is still high at 180 grams but the watch wears really well for it's size and heft Face is to die for. I love the Pepsi bezel on a turtle. My first divers watch was a Zodiac Sea Wolf which I purchased in1960, and was used for that particular purpose,being quite involved in scuba diving at the time. : They also tend to be made of stainless steel and are all water-resistant to at least 200 m (20 bar, 656 ft). The bezel is uni-directional with luminous PIP at 12. Rolex.org: The Philanthropic Face Of The Crown, Coffee Corner Watch Talk Featuring Vertex, Casio G-Shock, And Raymond Weil. I really liked the blue gradient dial, red bordered minute hand, and the Pepsi colored bezel. Finally, there's a minute counter at 6, a small seconds at 9, and a date window at 4:30. Prices for this timepiece sit between 330 USD for a pre-owned watch and 430 USD for a new model. So natural, in fact, that there are hardly any watches that have had the same effect on me. indy.tim. In the almost four years that I have owned the Seiko SRPA21K1, I have fallen in love with its looks. pre-owned Beautiful and clear case to read. Baby Turtle SRPC41K1. Thanks to the caliber V175, this watch can measure periods of time to within 1/5th of a second. The PADI version is a bit dressier which I wanted without being overbearing or gaudy. Pretty cool, right? Before I bought the Seiko Prospex SRPA21K1 PADI Edition, that thought had never even crossed my mind. , Date First Available The shape of the case and its 45mm size turned out to be perfect. The outer case of the PADI edition is made of matte blue ceramic. You may also be able to find warranty information on the manufacturers website. Automatic. Thanks to the incredible 430 price tag back in 2016, that would have never been a costly mistake so I decided to go for it. 
| 4R36 Movement, 24 Jewels, Water Resistance: Diver's Watch to 200 meters (660 feet). Prices for well-maintained pre-owned pieces begin around 330 USD. PROS: Overall, I like the watch but it isn't as convenient as my Seiko Prospex Divers watch since that has a capacitor which holds a charge for a week or two. But I still had my doubts whether I would actually wear the watch instead of putting it in a drawer, forgetting it ever existed. The colors have grown on me mainly because of the incredible blue color of the dial with the sunray pattern. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Sold by: This watch has the same unique turtle-shaped case but measures only 42 mm in diameter. Check it out, Verified purchase: As if there was a lot of excess baggage making the watch feel lazy and sluggish. It has the same effect on me as the weird-looking Officine Panerai logo. You have to understand that navigating towards anything black is a Pavlovian reaction for me. Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller Vs. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Ultra Deep, A Collaborative Hands-On With The Vaer Meridian And Arctic Dive Watches, One Month With My Seiko SPB317J1 The Perfect Summer Watch I Didnt Know I Was Waiting For, The Watch I Wore On My Summer Holidays Ben Shares His One And Only Pick From Omega, Icons From Rolex, Patek Philippe, And Audemars Piguet Are Losing Momentum, Sunday Morning Showdown: Tudor Black Bay GMT Vs. Longines Spirit Zulu Time GMT, My Ultimate Summer Watch Is The Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonshine Gold Panda, The Watches Ive Taken On My Summer Holiday RJ Shares His Picks From Omega And Swatch, Seiko Turtle SRPA21K1 PADI Edition 52Mondayz, week #14-2020, The Ultimate Sports Rolex The Explorer II Reference 1655, Two Patek Philippe Nautilus Watches: 3700/1A Versus 5711/1A, IWC Mark XVIII Little Prince edition 52Mondayz, week #29, Create one here, it'll only take 20 seconds. PADI has issued over 25 million certifications and has done incredible things to promote diving to the world, making this a very appealing dive watch partnership with both divers and collectors. I wouldnt call it heavy lifting but the weight is quite substantial. The 4R36 movement seems to be accurate enough since I set the time to my iPhone time 2 weeks ago and they are still in sync.. not bad!! I only make exceptions on a tennis court, where all colors are an option from the get-go. It is exactly the right shade of blue and makes a great combination with the bright red. 
Screw Down crown. , ASIN Details of the dial, hands, and case, are extremely well thought out. The red was also closer to a maroon not a bright red. The bracelet doesn't seem quite as substantial as my older "baby orange monster" like maybe they've gone to lighter materials or something. I Didnt know what to expect. 
Seiko Prospex PADI Special-Edition Automatic Diver SRPE99, Seiko Prospex Turtle Padi SRPA21 New 2022, Seiko Prospex PADI Special Edition SNE549. Pepsi bezel , blue sunburst dial, and the red outline of the minute hand. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. To start off with the case. Seiko has a factory service center located in Northern New Jersey. Yes Inside the case, you'll find the in-house caliber 4R35 with a date display at 3 o'clock. Would you ever turn to a Pepsi dial besides for a Rolex GMT-Master? If wearing the SRPA21 on the bracelet feels heavy for your liking, switching out the 88.7-gram steel bracelet for a leather or Nato brings the total weight down to a very versatile and wearable approximate 100 grams. The colors, the hands, the day/date display, and the luminous hour markers catch my eyes a lot quicker than the Prospex and PADI logos. Push-pieces at 8 and 10 o'clock control the functions of the digital display. 200 meters / 660 feet water resistance. There is nothing else at this price point that will match Seiko in terms of value and quality. SRPA83K1. But in all actuality because of its cushion style case, it wears quite moderately. quartz chronograph SSC663P1. | Considering the fact I never wear them with unscrewed crown, the watch should have been opened before and poorly sealed then. Seiko has been creating special editions in honor of the diving organization PADI since 2016. Keep up with the latest trends and receive exclusive offers! 
However, the SRPA21 is true to the predecessorSeiko 6309 with a robust 45 mm x 13.5 mm cushion-style stainless steel case (lug-to-lug is 47.5 mm). But the Turtle was never featured in our 52Mondayz articles. For this special collaboration piece, the PADI logo was also added to the dial. 
When one thinks of value propositions in automatic dive watches, Seiko is always at the top of the list. Seiko created the
Condition: For that reason the Seiko brand came into question when you consider this would be watch number 4 with 3 others collecting dust. Which brings me to the dial of the SRPA21K1. This model is closely related to the Tuna and also features a protective outer casing. I couldn't have asked for a better start. The downward-facing, wide case shape didnt feel crisp. Another defining feature of this 45-mm stainless steel watch is its sunken crown at 4 o'clock. And, so I will be the first to tell you to buy the Seiko Prospex SRPA21K1 PADI Edition. Overall quality, keeping in mind the $550 USD MSRP, is superb. 
A solid etched and embossed screw-down case back, a trademark of modern Seiko divers, is used. When it arrived I was quite surprised by the quality, both robust and sturdy, but not too big, looks good on a thick wrist, and very pleasing to the eye. The minute hand is outlined in red, and the markers at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock provide additional bursts of red. Plan to spend around 600 USD on a never-worn edition. This timepiece has a black dial with an embossed wave pattern and large luminous indices and hands. Lets hope that its intended purpose of keeping accurate time in harsh conditions stays strong. 
This is a really good watch. I had been wearing a titanium watch and I was concerned about how heavy this watch might be. If this product is sold by another party, please contact the seller directly for warranty information for this product. : I choose the PADI Edition one. I have grown to love the design of the case, the dial and especially the colors. While usually technologically identical to the standard editions, these timepieces feature the PADI logo on their dials and have a red and blue color scheme. You get used to it, even when it doesnt immediately bowl you over. And a big part of that is due to the fact that I was so skeptical at first and how the Turtle PADI has surprised me and was able to completely win me over. , Manufacturer Plus has day and date. I am a happy customer. A few SKX's, mini turtle, STO turtle, 5divers", and the list goes on. 
I love everything about this watchand it just looks damn nice. Orthodontist by day, watch collector 24/7, handheld photography. Another extra element and another typeface to make the dial even less harmonious. Its an incredible depth compared to the matte black dial of the regular Turtle. The movement hacks and hand winds, the dial is easily read, and of course it is also easily read at night (Seiko is well known for its lume treatment). If you'd prefer something a bit smaller, you may enjoy the
I like to think that Seiko is over-delivering with a lot of their divers watches. 
The case has a magnetic resistance of 4,800 A/m and utilizes a Hardlex crystal (Seikos proprietary hardened mineral crystal glass). And thats what you want from a daily beater. Seiko Prospex PADI Collaboration SBDC049 (1,000 Limited) Mint Seiko Monster Padi Prospex SRPE27 MADE IN JAPAN DIAL, Seiko SPB087J1 Prospex Special Ed - Padi, Seiko PADI Special Edition Prospex Solar TUNA SNE499. Just sending in your watch is a $100.00 dollar minimum endeavor, then they hit you with the repair bill. The scenario I had predicted basically played itself out. The build quality is certainly is not up to the level of some of the luxury watch brands that people like to compare it to. I have owned one type of Seiko watch or another for many years. Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2018. Prospex SRPA21K1 became one of the first timepieces to receive the PADI treatment. As mentioned before I wasnt sold on the case shape, the colors, and, on top of that, I also wasnt a big fan of the multiple logos on the dial. One year after the release of the PADI Turtle, Seiko reimagined yet another of their popular diving watches as a PADI model. See more Seiko Prospex Blue Men's Watch - SRPA21, Seiko Men's Padi Automatic Prospex Pepsi Turtle Divers 200M Watch SRPA21, - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, Seiko Men's Padi Automatic Prospex Pepsi Turtle Divers 200M Watch SRPA21. The lume is bright even after 8 hours all things considered. Uni-directional Rotating bezel. Now I'm very frustrated about this item hopefully the service will keep the mechanism alivewe'll see. Seiko Diver Prospex SRPA21 PADI 4R36-05H0 Diver Automatic Seiko Monster Padi Prospex Japan Made SRPE27, Seiko Padi Automatic Prospex Divers Men's Steel Watch SRPG21, Seiko Padi Special Edition Prospex SNE499, Seiko SBDC071 - Prospex Divers Scuba PADI Special Model. I still had my doubts whether I would actually wear the watch. As long as it doesnt feel cluttered and there are no dissonances. Condition: inventoryadjusters, Ok, so I've been into watches for some time now. Blue dial enhanced by luminous silver-tone and red hands. I decided to purchase this PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) version because of the color scheme. Happy but could be better for the price point. The item you've selected was not added to your cart. The problem seems to have been caused by the design of the lugs. But its not a design I was a fan of particularly. Defining features include a red and blue color scheme and the PADI logo on the dial. Comparing this to my other Seikos it's nice, I like the colors and of course it functions just like it should. Pick it up after some time of not wearing it and it starts running. But the main thing that I like about the Seiko Prospex SRPA21K1 PADI Edition is its wrist presence. The 2019 Solar Arnie SNJ027P1 is also growing in popularity. Both of the Seiko PADI Editions showed, however, that the deep blue color used for both watches really is a winner.
Something went wrong. The Prospex SRPA21 PADI Turtle, very popular since its release in 2016 as part of Seikos famed 6105/6309 Turtle reissue, is no exception. I cant recommend this enough to anyone that is looking for a great looking watch with some collectibility and value.. probably the best diver for the money out there! With the metal bracelet, the watch weighs in at 181 grams. This recent Seiko diver purchase was very carefully considered. The band fits beautifully on the wrist with adjustments on the clasp end to facilitate a real decent fit as far as rigid bands go. special PADI editions of some of their most popular diving models. Weight is still high at 180 grams but the watch wears really well for it's size and heft Face is to die for. I love the Pepsi bezel on a turtle. My first divers watch was a Zodiac Sea Wolf which I purchased in1960, and was used for that particular purpose,being quite involved in scuba diving at the time. : They also tend to be made of stainless steel and are all water-resistant to at least 200 m (20 bar, 656 ft). The bezel is uni-directional with luminous PIP at 12. Rolex.org: The Philanthropic Face Of The Crown, Coffee Corner Watch Talk Featuring Vertex, Casio G-Shock, And Raymond Weil. I really liked the blue gradient dial, red bordered minute hand, and the Pepsi colored bezel. Finally, there's a minute counter at 6, a small seconds at 9, and a date window at 4:30. Prices for this timepiece sit between 330 USD for a pre-owned watch and 430 USD for a new model. So natural, in fact, that there are hardly any watches that have had the same effect on me. indy.tim. In the almost four years that I have owned the Seiko SRPA21K1, I have fallen in love with its looks. pre-owned Beautiful and clear case to read. Baby Turtle SRPC41K1. Thanks to the caliber V175, this watch can measure periods of time to within 1/5th of a second. The PADI version is a bit dressier which I wanted without being overbearing or gaudy. Pretty cool, right? Before I bought the Seiko Prospex SRPA21K1 PADI Edition, that thought had never even crossed my mind. , Date First Available The shape of the case and its 45mm size turned out to be perfect. The outer case of the PADI edition is made of matte blue ceramic. You may also be able to find warranty information on the manufacturers website. Automatic. Thanks to the incredible 430 price tag back in 2016, that would have never been a costly mistake so I decided to go for it. | 4R36 Movement, 24 Jewels, Water Resistance: Diver's Watch to 200 meters (660 feet). Prices for well-maintained pre-owned pieces begin around 330 USD. PROS: Overall, I like the watch but it isn't as convenient as my Seiko Prospex Divers watch since that has a capacitor which holds a charge for a week or two. But I still had my doubts whether I would actually wear the watch instead of putting it in a drawer, forgetting it ever existed. The colors have grown on me mainly because of the incredible blue color of the dial with the sunray pattern. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Sold by: This watch has the same unique turtle-shaped case but measures only 42 mm in diameter. Check it out, Verified purchase: As if there was a lot of excess baggage making the watch feel lazy and sluggish. It has the same effect on me as the weird-looking Officine Panerai logo. You have to understand that navigating towards anything black is a Pavlovian reaction for me. Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller Vs. Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Ultra Deep, A Collaborative Hands-On With The Vaer Meridian And Arctic Dive Watches, One Month With My Seiko SPB317J1 The Perfect Summer Watch I Didnt Know I Was Waiting For, The Watch I Wore On My Summer Holidays Ben Shares His One And Only Pick From Omega, Icons From Rolex, Patek Philippe, And Audemars Piguet Are Losing Momentum, Sunday Morning Showdown: Tudor Black Bay GMT Vs. Longines Spirit Zulu Time GMT, My Ultimate Summer Watch Is The Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonshine Gold Panda, The Watches Ive Taken On My Summer Holiday RJ Shares His Picks From Omega And Swatch, Seiko Turtle SRPA21K1 PADI Edition 52Mondayz, week #14-2020, The Ultimate Sports Rolex The Explorer II Reference 1655, Two Patek Philippe Nautilus Watches: 3700/1A Versus 5711/1A, IWC Mark XVIII Little Prince edition 52Mondayz, week #29, Create one here, it'll only take 20 seconds. PADI has issued over 25 million certifications and has done incredible things to promote diving to the world, making this a very appealing dive watch partnership with both divers and collectors. I wouldnt call it heavy lifting but the weight is quite substantial. The 4R36 movement seems to be accurate enough since I set the time to my iPhone time 2 weeks ago and they are still in sync.. not bad!! I only make exceptions on a tennis court, where all colors are an option from the get-go. It is exactly the right shade of blue and makes a great combination with the bright red. Screw Down crown. , ASIN Details of the dial, hands, and case, are extremely well thought out. The red was also closer to a maroon not a bright red. The bracelet doesn't seem quite as substantial as my older "baby orange monster" like maybe they've gone to lighter materials or something. I Didnt know what to expect. Seiko Prospex PADI Special-Edition Automatic Diver SRPE99, Seiko Prospex Turtle Padi SRPA21 New 2022, Seiko Prospex PADI Special Edition SNE549. Pepsi bezel , blue sunburst dial, and the red outline of the minute hand. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. To start off with the case. Seiko has a factory service center located in Northern New Jersey. Yes Inside the case, you'll find the in-house caliber 4R35 with a date display at 3 o'clock. Would you ever turn to a Pepsi dial besides for a Rolex GMT-Master? If wearing the SRPA21 on the bracelet feels heavy for your liking, switching out the 88.7-gram steel bracelet for a leather or Nato brings the total weight down to a very versatile and wearable approximate 100 grams. The colors, the hands, the day/date display, and the luminous hour markers catch my eyes a lot quicker than the Prospex and PADI logos. Push-pieces at 8 and 10 o'clock control the functions of the digital display. 200 meters / 660 feet water resistance. There is nothing else at this price point that will match Seiko in terms of value and quality. SRPA83K1. But in all actuality because of its cushion style case, it wears quite moderately. quartz chronograph SSC663P1. | Considering the fact I never wear them with unscrewed crown, the watch should have been opened before and poorly sealed then. Seiko has been creating special editions in honor of the diving organization PADI since 2016. Keep up with the latest trends and receive exclusive offers! However, the SRPA21 is true to the predecessorSeiko 6309 with a robust 45 mm x 13.5 mm cushion-style stainless steel case (lug-to-lug is 47.5 mm). But the Turtle was never featured in our 52Mondayz articles. For this special collaboration piece, the PADI logo was also added to the dial. When one thinks of value propositions in automatic dive watches, Seiko is always at the top of the list. Seiko created the
Condition: For that reason the Seiko brand came into question when you consider this would be watch number 4 with 3 others collecting dust. Which brings me to the dial of the SRPA21K1. This model is closely related to the Tuna and also features a protective outer casing. I couldn't have asked for a better start. The downward-facing, wide case shape didnt feel crisp. Another defining feature of this 45-mm stainless steel watch is its sunken crown at 4 o'clock. And, so I will be the first to tell you to buy the Seiko Prospex SRPA21K1 PADI Edition. Overall quality, keeping in mind the $550 USD MSRP, is superb. A solid etched and embossed screw-down case back, a trademark of modern Seiko divers, is used. When it arrived I was quite surprised by the quality, both robust and sturdy, but not too big, looks good on a thick wrist, and very pleasing to the eye. The minute hand is outlined in red, and the markers at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock provide additional bursts of red. Plan to spend around 600 USD on a never-worn edition. This timepiece has a black dial with an embossed wave pattern and large luminous indices and hands. Lets hope that its intended purpose of keeping accurate time in harsh conditions stays strong. This is a really good watch. I had been wearing a titanium watch and I was concerned about how heavy this watch might be. If this product is sold by another party, please contact the seller directly for warranty information for this product. : I choose the PADI Edition one. I have grown to love the design of the case, the dial and especially the colors. While usually technologically identical to the standard editions, these timepieces feature the PADI logo on their dials and have a red and blue color scheme. You get used to it, even when it doesnt immediately bowl you over. And a big part of that is due to the fact that I was so skeptical at first and how the Turtle PADI has surprised me and was able to completely win me over. , Manufacturer Plus has day and date. I am a happy customer. A few SKX's, mini turtle, STO turtle, 5divers", and the list goes on. I love everything about this watchand it just looks damn nice. Orthodontist by day, watch collector 24/7, handheld photography. Another extra element and another typeface to make the dial even less harmonious. Its an incredible depth compared to the matte black dial of the regular Turtle. The movement hacks and hand winds, the dial is easily read, and of course it is also easily read at night (Seiko is well known for its lume treatment). If you'd prefer something a bit smaller, you may enjoy the
I like to think that Seiko is over-delivering with a lot of their divers watches. The case has a magnetic resistance of 4,800 A/m and utilizes a Hardlex crystal (Seikos proprietary hardened mineral crystal glass). And thats what you want from a daily beater. Seiko Prospex PADI Collaboration SBDC049 (1,000 Limited) Mint Seiko Monster Padi Prospex SRPE27 MADE IN JAPAN DIAL, Seiko SPB087J1 Prospex Special Ed - Padi, Seiko PADI Special Edition Prospex Solar TUNA SNE499. Just sending in your watch is a $100.00 dollar minimum endeavor, then they hit you with the repair bill. The scenario I had predicted basically played itself out. The build quality is certainly is not up to the level of some of the luxury watch brands that people like to compare it to. I have owned one type of Seiko watch or another for many years. Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2018. Prospex SRPA21K1 became one of the first timepieces to receive the PADI treatment. As mentioned before I wasnt sold on the case shape, the colors, and, on top of that, I also wasnt a big fan of the multiple logos on the dial. One year after the release of the PADI Turtle, Seiko reimagined yet another of their popular diving watches as a PADI model. See more Seiko Prospex Blue Men's Watch - SRPA21, Seiko Men's Padi Automatic Prospex Pepsi Turtle Divers 200M Watch SRPA21, - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, Seiko Men's Padi Automatic Prospex Pepsi Turtle Divers 200M Watch SRPA21. The lume is bright even after 8 hours all things considered. Uni-directional Rotating bezel. Now I'm very frustrated about this item hopefully the service will keep the mechanism alivewe'll see. Seiko Diver Prospex SRPA21 PADI 4R36-05H0 Diver Automatic Seiko Monster Padi Prospex Japan Made SRPE27, Seiko Padi Automatic Prospex Divers Men's Steel Watch SRPG21, Seiko Padi Special Edition Prospex SNE499, Seiko SBDC071 - Prospex Divers Scuba PADI Special Model. I still had my doubts whether I would actually wear the watch. As long as it doesnt feel cluttered and there are no dissonances. Condition: inventoryadjusters, Ok, so I've been into watches for some time now. Blue dial enhanced by luminous silver-tone and red hands. I decided to purchase this PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) version because of the color scheme. Happy but could be better for the price point. The item you've selected was not added to your cart. The problem seems to have been caused by the design of the lugs. But its not a design I was a fan of particularly. Defining features include a red and blue color scheme and the PADI logo on the dial. Comparing this to my other Seikos it's nice, I like the colors and of course it functions just like it should. Pick it up after some time of not wearing it and it starts running. But the main thing that I like about the Seiko Prospex SRPA21K1 PADI Edition is its wrist presence. The 2019 Solar Arnie SNJ027P1 is also growing in popularity. Both of the Seiko PADI Editions showed, however, that the deep blue color used for both watches really is a winner.