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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited EditionvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical

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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition is praised for its bold, sporty design, featuring a vibrant yellow sunray dial and a unique acrylic bezel insert that evokes hot-rodding culture. Owners note the surprisingly wearable yellow color and the distinctive Mooneyes branding that stands out in person. The 42.5mm case is complemented by a short 46mm lug-to-lug distance, allowing for comfortable wear on smaller wrists. It is powered by the 4R36 automatic movement, offering a 41-hour power reserve, and comes with both a steel bracelet and a striped nylon strap. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition for its fun, retro aesthetic and comfortable wearability at an affordable price point.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical is praised for its visually appealing design and comfortable wearability, with owners frequently using its chronograph function for daily tasks. Reviewers note its clean dial layout and LumiBrite treated hands and markers, and one source highlights the 72-hour power reserve of the 6R55 movement. However, some owners criticize its chronograph functionality and the 24-hour subdial. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical highly for its daily usability and refined aesthetics.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition42.5mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical39.5mm
Power Reserve
5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition41h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical72h
Water Resistance
5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical200m
MSRP
5 Sports SKX series MOONEYES Limited Edition$420
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
42.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko 4R36
6R55
Power Reserve
41h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$420
$995
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