Nezumi Studios CorbeauvsSeiko Prospex Speedtimer Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary Speedtimer Limited 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.

Nezumi Studios Corbeau at true scale

Corbeau

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary Speedtimer Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex Speedtimer Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary Speedtimer Limited Edition

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

49.6mm

Thickness

12.8mm

lowest

12.9mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$423

lowest

$2,400

Movement

Seiko VK63

Seiko 5X83

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.75mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49.6mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Seiko 5X83
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Power Reserve
n/a
0h
Jewels
0
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$423
$2,400
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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 Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary Speedtimer Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko Brand 100th Anniversary SPEEDTIMER Limited Edition is praised for its retro design and good finishing within a balanced 42mm case. Reviewers note a 100m water resistance and sapphire crystal. One review flags the 45-hour power reserve as short compared to modern Swiss competitors, and the date window at 4:30 is a point of debate. Another review suggests a desire for a thinner case, quick-release strap mechanisms, and micro-adjustment on the bracelet, while also perceiving the watch as costly. On balance, reviewers appreciate the vintage-inspired design and finishing but note trade-offs in power reserve and bracelet features, with some finding the price point high.

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