Citizen Red Arrows ChronographvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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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.

Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph at true scale

Red Arrows Chronograph

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER at true scale

Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49.6mm

Thickness

n/a

12.9mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

n/a

$2,200

Movement

B612

Seiko 5X83

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
n/a
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.6mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Indices
Applied luminous batons
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
B612
Seiko 5X83
Type
Solar
Quartz
Jewels
0
14
Complications
Chronograph, World Time, Date, 12/24 Hour Time
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$2,200
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph

Owners find the Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph's color combination appealing, with the dial proving surprisingly readable despite its busy appearance. The solar panels are located beneath the subdials, and the movement is appreciated, though considered not user-friendly. Some owners note the red accents can be difficult to see in low light, and the red bezel may fade to pink with prolonged sun exposure. Replacing the original strap with a NATO is suggested to enhance its appeal. Overall, owners appreciate the Citizen Red Arrows Chronograph's aesthetic and readability, with minor concerns around accent visibility and bezel longevity.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Owners praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's unique dial colors, with one highlighting a red dial and another a cream and purple-gray panda. Some owners find the 39mm variants sturdy, reliable, and versatile for everyday wear. A few owners express a preference for automatic movements over the quartz caliber. One reviewer notes a price of €860/£730 for a Speedtimer variant. On balance, owners appreciate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's distinctive design and everyday wearability, though some find the quartz movement and price points to be drawbacks.

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