In another surprise, the water resistance is a solid 50m. I would’ve expected splash-resistance at best for a watch such as this, especially at this price. Finally, there is a generously domed and expansive sapphire crystal that looks very nice, along with a display caseback showcasing the movement.
Pricing and Availability
The Sea-Gull Rattrapante Split Second Chronograph Limited is, as its name suggests, a limited edition, with just 500 examples being produced by the brand and the first batch being limited to just 30 pieces.
The watch is priced at $3,649, which on the surface feels like a lot for a Sea-Gull. But remember, this is an actual, mechanical split-seconds chronograph. I’ve never seen one available for less than $10,000, never mind well below $5K.
This watch seems like a remarkable value, and it’s just the latest example of once-exclusive watch complications making their way to the masses. It’s one trend I would love to see continue well into the future.