Canister Watches FieldmastervsSeiko Alpinist
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Fieldmaster
Alpinist
Diameter
41mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46.4mm
lowest
Thickness
n/a
13.2mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
70h
MSRP
$363
lowest
$750
Movement
Miyota 9015
Seiko 6R35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely appreciate the Canister Watches Fieldmaster for its durability and tool-like character, noting it wears and looks larger than its measurements suggest. One owner found the Fieldmaster Contra to be a solid, nicely made metal watch. Overall, owners value the Canister Watches Fieldmaster for its robust build and surprisingly substantial presence.
The watch features a Miyota movement and 200m water resistance. Reviewers noted the use of SuperLuminova C3 for illumination. No shared weaknesses were identified.
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.
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