Filippo Loreti Watches Ascari Monza SkeletonvsSeiko Prospex Speedtimer
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Measurements
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Ascari Monza Skeleton

Prospex Speedtimer
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.6mm
Thickness
n/a
12.9mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$245
lowest
$2,200
Movement
Seiko VK63
Seiko 5X83
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
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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