Ferro & Company Race Master 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.

Ferro & Company Race Master Chronograph at true scale

Race Master Chronograph

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer at true scale

Prospex Speedtimer

Diameter

45.2mm

41.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.9mm

Thickness

13.5mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$485

lowest

$750

Movement

Quartz

Seiko V192

Case

6 specs
Diameter
45.2mm
41.4mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Silver
White
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko V192

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$750
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Reviews

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

Ferro & Company Race Master Chronograph

The Ferro Race Master Chronograph is considered a chronograph worth considering, with owners praising its strong lume and beautifully engraved caseback. One owner finds it a great watch for the price, appreciating the brand's clear movement descriptions. However, another user questioned the value, and a pre-production buyer reported poor communication regarding delays. The 39mm brushed steel case and jubilee bracelet are praised for their fit, comfort, and style. Overall, owners rate the Ferro Race Master Chronograph highly for its lume and caseback engraving at the price.

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its beautiful dial colors, with specific mentions of ice blue and cream, and its vintage-inspired design. Some find the 39mm case size, which wears smaller than its 41.4mm specification due to short lugs, fits perfectly on smaller wrists. However, owners are split on value, with some considering it a beautiful and incredibly valuable watch, while others question the price for a solar quartz movement and find the 13mm thickness notable. One reviewer noted the lack of quick-release or micro-adjustment on the bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its striking dial designs and compact, vintage-inspired wearability.

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."