Out of Order 40mm AutomaticvsSeiko Baby Alpinist
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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.

40mm Automatic

Baby Alpinist
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
lowest
46mm
Thickness
14mm
12.9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
70h
MSRP
n/a
$725
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko 6R35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely appreciate the intentionally distressed and unique aesthetic of the Out of Order 40mm Automatic, finding it a fun and robust beater watch. One owner notes the Seiko NH35 automatic movement and sapphire crystal, describing the watch as "pretty chunky." The bracelet is highlighted for its distinctive colors. Overall, owners rate the Out of Order 40mm Automatic highly for its fun, distressed aesthetic and robust build quality.
Owners widely praise the Seiko Baby Alpinist for its attractive design, legible dial, and comfortable 38mm cushion case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's excellent value, particularly when on sale, and appreciate its finishing, including outstanding brushing and a gorgeous reflective dial with applied indices. Some reviewers note the internal rotating bezel action is good for the price, though not as refined as higher-end models, and one owner would prefer a numbered bezel. A drawback mentioned by one owner is the lack of AR coating, and accuracy is reported by one source as approximately -10 seconds per day. The stock strap is frequently described as stiff and uncomfortable, though owners find success with break-in or replacement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Baby Alpinist highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at a fair price.
The watch's bezel action is smooth and precise. The watch's lume is somewhat lacking, with the hour markers not being as bright as they'd like. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring 38mm and others 41.4mm.
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