Nezumi Studios CorbeauvsSeiko 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.

Nezumi Studios Corbeau at true scale

Corbeau

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER at true scale

Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Diameter

40mm

41.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

45.9mm

lowest

Thickness

12.8mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$423

lowest

$750

Movement

Seiko VK63

Seiko V192

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41.4mm
Thickness
12.75mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Water Resistance
50m
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

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Seiko V192
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$423
$750
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Reviews

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

Nezumi Studios Corbeau

Owners widely praise the Nezumi Studios Corbeau for its retro, mil-spec-inspired design, vibrant color palette, and comfortable 40mm wearability, noting the solid build and good fit and finish for the price. Reviewers and owners alike appreciate the reliable Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement and the watch's value. Some owners find the 50m water resistance a limitation, and one owner criticized the chronograph hand's reset position being off by four minutes. On balance, the Nezumi Studios Corbeau is highly regarded by owners and reviewers for its fun, retro aesthetic and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The Nezumi Corbeau V2 features an improved dial and handset. Reviewers noted a desire for brighter lume and increased water resistance.

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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