Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mmvsSeiko Prospex Speedtimer Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

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Measurements
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Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

Prospex Speedtimer Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
lowest
49.5mm
Thickness
14.7mm
14.6mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
52h
highest
45h
MSRP
$8,700
$2,500
lowest
Movement
Omega 3330
Seiko 8R48
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm for its refined 38mm sizing, which offers a perfect fit on smaller wrists and an updated design compared to older models. The sunburst dial is considered excellent, and the automatic movement delivers chronometer accuracy of approximately -1 second per day. Some owners find the watch to be not too big, though a few note it can appear thicker than expected and describe it as "blingier" in person than stock photos suggest. A drawback mentioned is the pin-operated date change mechanism, which prevents on-the-go adjustments, and the lack of a screw-down crown. On balance, owners rate the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm highly for its wearability and updated aesthetic on smaller wrists.
The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition is praised for its refined presence, with reviewers noting a crisp white dial with gold accents and a polished and brushed 42mm stainless steel case. Owners are impressed by the special edition's finish, print, and accuracy, with some preferring its red dial and steel bezel over other Speedtimer models. However, some owners find the pushers stick out too much and criticize a recessed date window and a difficult-to-fit stock bracelet. The automatic Seiko 8R48 chronograph movement is a highlight for reviewers, though some owners question the value at its $2,500 price point. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition highly for its distinctive dial and finishing at the price.
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