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Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster 41mm Automatic ChronographvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster 41mm Automatic Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster 41mm Automatic Chronograph for its perfect 41mm size and great finishing, with one owner noting its Elaboré-grade SW510-M movement runs accurately at +1 second per day. The "fauxtina" dial is appreciated for its vintage character, and the watch's versatility is highlighted by its tachymeter, dive bezel, and regatta timer functions. However, one owner found the watch felt poorly put together and lighter than expected. The water resistance is rated at 100m, a reduction from the original model's 200m. Overall, owners rate the Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster 41mm Automatic Chronograph highly for its vintage aesthetic and versatile complication set.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's design, with specific mentions of its beautiful ice blue sundial and compact 39mm case size, which some note wears smaller than its specifications due to a short lug-to-lug distance. Reviewers highlight its racing-inspired aesthetic and versatility, with one owner finding the 39mm solar model a sturdy and reliable everyday watch with 100m water resistance. However, some owners question the value proposition, citing the $700 price for a solar quartz model and a thickness of 13mm, while others expressed a preference for automatic movements. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's attractive vintage-inspired design and compact wearability, though some debate its value and thickness for a solar quartz chronograph.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered chronograph movement is a key strength. The bracelet finishing is a potential area for improvement. Reviewers are split on whether the aesthetic successfully revives the spirit of the original "Pogue."

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronomaster 41mm Automatic Chronograph41mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER41.4mm
Power Reserve
Chronomaster 41mm Automatic Chronograph
Prospex SPEEDTIMER
Water Resistance
Chronomaster 41mm Automatic Chronograph100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
MSRP
Chronomaster 41mm Automatic Chronograph$2,295
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
41.4mm
Thickness
15.85mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
45.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Caseback
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
x1
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
V192
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
0 vph
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,295
$750
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