Filippo Loreti Watches Ascari Monza SkeletonvsSeiko 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.

Filippo Loreti Watches Ascari Monza Skeleton at true scale

Ascari Monza Skeleton

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer at true scale

Prospex Speedtimer

Diameter

42mm

41.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.9mm

Thickness

n/a

13mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$245

lowest

$750

Movement

Seiko VK63

Seiko V192

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
41.4mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.9mm
Lug Width
n/a
21mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Seiko V192
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$245
$750
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Reviews

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

Filippo Loreti Watches Ascari Monza Skeleton

Owners find the Filippo Loreti Ascari Monza Skeleton visually appealing with unique, racing-inspired designs, with some appreciating the craftsmanship and quality for the price point. However, multiple owners report significant concerns about value, with some considering the watches overpriced fashion items with inflated prices and questionable quality control, with one owner advising to avoid the brand entirely due to poor quality and deceptive marketing. Some owners have experienced multiple units failing within a year and significant shipping delays, alongside issues with customer service and return policies. Overall, owners rate the Filippo Loreti Ascari Monza Skeleton as a visually appealing watch that is often considered overpriced for its build quality and value.

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."

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