Seiko Spirit ChronographvsSwatch MoonSwatch Mission to Pluto

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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.

Spirit Chronograph

MoonSwatch Mission to Pluto
Diameter
38.5mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
lowest
47.3mm
Thickness
9.6mm
lowest
13.3mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
30m
MSRP
n/a
$285
Movement
Seiko 7T92
ETA G10.212
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Seiko Spirit Chronograph SBTQ045 for its beautiful wine-red dial, which shines in sunlight, and its compact 38.5mm case size, with one owner noting it is under 10mm thick. It is considered a great value, with prices around $100-$110 for this Japanese domestic market model. However, one owner finds the included folded-link bracelet to be cheap. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Spirit Chronograph SBTQ045 highly for its stunning dial and affordable price point.
Owners widely praise the Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Pluto's dial, hands, lume, and colors, with one owner finding it extremely accurate and in great condition. However, some owners question its retail price, with one noting that slightly more money could secure a watch with an automatic movement, titanium case, and sapphire crystal. Another owner dislikes the watch's feel and materials, though the stock band is appealing enough for one owner to be on their second. The dial color has been noted as appearing incorrect, raising suspicions of a fake. Overall, owners rate the Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Pluto highly for its appealing colors and dial, though some question its value proposition at retail.
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