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

Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm at true scale

Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition at true scale

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 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
14.7mm
14.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Steel & Yellow Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Omega 3330
Seiko 8R48
Power Reserve
52h
45h
Jewels
0
34
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,700
$2,500
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Reviews

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Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

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.

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

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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