MKII Stingray IIvsOmega Seamaster Spectre Edition

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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.

MKII Stingray II at true scale

Stingray II

Omega Seamaster Spectre Edition at true scale

Seamaster Spectre Edition

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48.5mm

lowest

50mm

Thickness

14.7mm

14.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

50h

55h

highest

MSRP

n/a

$8,600

Movement

Seiko NE15

Caliber 8806

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
14.7mm
14.23mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
50mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
Arclite Super LumiNova (green emission)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NE15
Caliber 8806
Power Reserve
50h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$8,600
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Reviews

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

MKII Stingray II

The MKII Stingray II is widely praised for its utilitarian design, smooth bezel action, and excellent legibility with a matte dial and sword hands. Owners appreciate the wearable 40mm sandblasted case, though its 14.7mm thickness is noted as substantial for the size. Accuracy is a point of divergence, with one owner reporting degradation from +/- 15-30 seconds per day to -30-40 seconds per day, while another source does not specify accuracy. The 4:30 date window is a common point of contention among reviewers. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the MKII Stingray II highly for its robust design and legibility at the price.

Omega Seamaster Spectre Edition

The Omega Seamaster Spectre Edition Watch 210.30.42.20.01.023 is noted for its matte black aluminum dial and black ceramic bezel. Owners report the 42mm case, with a 48mm lug-to-lug measurement and 13mm thickness, wears more compactly than the standard Seamaster 300M. Some reviewers observe the case sits high on the wrist due to its thickness. The mesh bracelet's improved clasp enhances comfort for those with larger wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Omega Seamaster Spectre Edition Watch 210.30.42.20.01.023 for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, particularly on larger wrists.