Perun VelesvsSeiko 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.

Perun Veles at true scale

Veles

Seiko Baby Alpinist at true scale

Baby Alpinist

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.5mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

12.3mm

lowest

12.9mm

Water Resistance

150m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

70h

highest

MSRP

$1,565

$725

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW221-1

Seiko 6R35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.35mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW221-1
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
38h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,565
$725
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Reviews

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

Perun Veles

Owners widely praise the Perun Veles for its stunning in-person appearance and unique dial, with some calling it the prettiest watch in their collection and a compelling GADA (Go Anywhere, Do Anything) option. The enamel dial and applied indices are highlighted as exceptional quality for the price, and the watch is described as surprisingly comfortable and versatile. Some owners find the dial a bit cluttered with text, suggesting a cleaner layout. On balance, owners rate the Perun Veles highly for its unique design and exceptional finishing at the price point.

Seiko Baby Alpinist

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.

From video reviewers

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.