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Glycine Airpilot ChronovsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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Glycine Airpilot Chrono

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airpilot Chrono for its exceptional value, with many stating it is worth twice its price and offers finishing comparable to higher-end brands. Specific highlights include the dial's depth and versatility, the symmetrical design with the date at 6 o'clock, the well-integrated 24-hour complication, and the applied indices. The screw-down crown, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance are also frequently cited as strong points, as is the good lume. Some owners find the red chapter ring numerals too small, and the standard Sellita SW200 movement and average clasp are noted as drawbacks. The 41mm case with a 52mm lug-to-lug distance is considered by some to wear large on smaller wrists, though curved lugs help with wearability. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Airpilot Chrono highly for its stunning design and exceptional value at its price point.

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

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airpilot Chrono44mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER41.4mm
Power Reserve
Airpilot Chrono
Prospex SPEEDTIMER
Water Resistance
Airpilot Chrono100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
MSRP
Airpilot Chrono$1,895
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
41.4mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.9mm
Lug Width
22mm
21mm
Finish
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Blue
Indices
Lume
Luminous
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
V192
Beat Rate
0 vph
Power Reserve
0h
Jewels
4
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,895
$750
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