LIV Watches Rebel-DDCvsSeiko 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 Rebel-DDC at true scale

Rebel-DDC

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer at true scale

Prospex Speedtimer

Diameter

40mm

41.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.9mm

Thickness

13.9mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$450

lowest

$750

Movement

Z60

Seiko V192

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41.4mm
Thickness
13.9mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.9mm
Lug Width
22mm
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

1 specs
Caliber
Z60
Seiko V192

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$750
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Reviews

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

LIV Watches Rebel-DDC

Owners praise the LIV Watches Rebel-DDC for its unconventional shape, high-quality materials, and excellent wrist feel. One owner notes the brand claims Swiss made. Reviewers find the 40mm case wears large due to dial design, with skinny hands and short indices feeling disproportionate. The $590 price point with a Sellita SW200 automatic movement and sapphire crystals was considered appealing by one reviewer, though the execution led to a disappointing mix of small design elements in an oversized case. On balance, owners rate the LIV Rebel-DDC highly for its build quality and unique design appeal, despite some reviewers finding the proportions challenging.

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."