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Farer TONNEAUvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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What people say

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

Farer TONNEAU

Owners widely praise the Farer TONNEAU's vibrant dial colors, with the green and electric blue versions both noted as particularly attractive, often paired with the tan leather strap. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its impressive 100m water resistance. The movement's color-matched rotor is a appreciated detail. However, opinions on the case design are split; some find it relatively thin and well-executed, while others criticize its soft silhouette, wide bezel, and clumsy proportions. The $1,250 price is noted. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Farer TONNEAU's striking dial colors and robust water resistance, though the case design elicits mixed reactions.

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

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
TONNEAU35mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER39mm
Power Reserve
TONNEAU56h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER
Water Resistance
TONNEAU100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
MSRP
TONNEAU$1,095
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$725

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
35mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
45.5mm
Material
316L high-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Seiko V192
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
56h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$725
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