Melbourne Watch Company FitzroyvsSeiko Selection SARV001

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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.

Melbourne Watch Company Fitzroy at true scale

Fitzroy

Seiko Selection SARV001 at true scale

Selection SARV001

Diameter

44mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

51.5mm

Thickness

13mm

11.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

40h

41h

highest

MSRP

$336

$181

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko 4R36

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Brown
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$336
$181
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Reviews

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

Melbourne Watch Company Fitzroy

Owners praise the Melbourne Watch Company Fitzroy's layered dial with applied indices and mixed finishes on the bracelet, with one owner noting its stunning quality for the price. Some owners find the included bracelet less appealing, preferring a NATO strap, and one owner felt the watch did not meet expectations for a micro-brand. A reviewer flagged issues with bezel alignment, chronograph second hand reset, and a crooked 6 o'clock index on the chronograph variant. Overall, owners rate the Melbourne Watch Company Fitzroy highly for its dial design and bracelet finishing at the price point.

Seiko Selection SARV001

Owners widely praise the Seiko Selection SARV001 for its exceptional value, with many considering it a bargain and a strong alternative to more expensive watches. Its comfortable fit and versatile style make it suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. The 4R36 movement is noted as an improvement over lower-tier Seiko movements, and one owner reports an accuracy of +4 seconds per day. Some owners find the OEM bracelet disappointing, but the watch is considered a "strap monster" with good potential for customization. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Selection SARV001 highly for its killer style and value for money.