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Lilienthal Berlin Octachrono – Blue OrangevsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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Lilienthal Berlin Octachrono – Blue Orange

Owners widely praise Lilienthal Berlin for its award-winning minimalist design, art deco inspiration, and appealing colors, with many finding it a good value for the price, especially when discounted. Specific strengths noted include good finishing, a striking appearance in person, and an exceptionally good mesh bracelet that is versatile for everyday wear. However, some owners report uncomfortably sharp edges and internal strap screws, and one owner found the SuperLuminova only on the hands to be a drawback. Opinions on the brand are split, with some experiencing good build quality and customer service, while others cite problematic shipping times, unclear communication, and perceived drops in quality, leading to a debate on whether they are fashion watches or higher-quality timepieces. Overall, owners rate Lilienthal Berlin highly for its attractive minimalist design and good value at the price point, despite some concerns regarding build quality and customer service.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's gorgeous, unique red dial and vintage-inspired design, finding it a sturdy and reliable everyday watch. Some owners, however, question the value proposition at around $700 for a solar quartz model, citing its 13-15mm thickness and the 24-hour subdial as drawbacks. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +1/+2 seconds per day, while another notes the V192 solar movement offers a six-month power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER a capable and versatile chronograph, with its striking dial and everyday wearability being the most frequently cited strengths.

From video reviewers

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's solar movement provides reliable power without battery replacements and accurate timekeeping, with a claimed accuracy of ±15 seconds per month. A notable trade-off is the watch's slightly thicker profile and somewhat lacking lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on whether the bezel action is smooth and clicky, with one reviewer praising it and the other not mentioning it.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Octachrono – Blue Orange40mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER39mm
Power Reserve
Octachrono – Blue Orange40h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER40h
Water Resistance
Octachrono – Blue Orange50m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
MSRP
Octachrono – Blue Orange$319
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$725

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
JS25
V192

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$319
$725
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