Beaufort PulsatimervsSeiko Alpinist

The Beaufort Pulsatimer is praised for its unique blend of vintage dressiness and robust sports chronograph design, featuring a 39mm case with dynamic, layered finishes and piston-style pushers. Reviewers highlight the solid and accurate manual-wind Sellita SW510 M BH b movement, noting a 63-hour power reserve and remarkable value, with prices around NZ$2,370 or EUR 1,214.95. Some find the optional beads-of-rice bracelet too much for its design. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Beaufort Pulsatimer highly for its distinctive design and excellent value proposition.

Owners widely praise the Seiko Alpinist for its value, durability, and unique style, with many appreciating its accuracy and versatile design suitable for vacations. Some owners find the 39.5mm case size perfect for average wrists, while others with smaller wrists consider it large and thick. Opinions are split on the crystal type, with some preferring a domed sapphire and others accepting the Hardlex. The Seiko Alpinist is generally considered a well-built and attractive watch for the money.