LIV Watches GX1vsSeiko 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.

LIV Watches GX1 at true scale

GX1

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER at true scale

Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Diameter

45mm

41.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.9mm

Thickness

13.4mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

MSRP

$600

lowest

$750

Movement

Caliber 5040

Seiko V192

Case

6 specs
Diameter
45mm
41.4mm
Thickness
13.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.9mm
Lug Width
23mm
21mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

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

1 specs
Caliber
Caliber 5040
Seiko V192

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$600
$750
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Reviews

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

LIV Watches GX1

Owners widely praise the LIV Watches GX1 for its impressive craftsmanship and solid build quality, with many finding it offers tremendous value for its price point, often feeling worth more than its asking price. Several owners are so satisfied that they have purchased additional LIV watches. The GX1 is noted for its clean look and smooth finish, receiving positive comments. On balance, owners rate the LIV Watches GX1 highly due to its exceptional craftsmanship and perceived 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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