Seiko Spirit ChronographvsTissot PR516
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Measurements
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Spirit Chronograph
PR516
Diameter
38.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Thickness
9.6mm
lowest
12.2mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
n/a
$575
Movement
Seiko 7T92
13.25'
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
6 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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 and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PR516 for its athletic 70s charisma and thoughtful finishing, with many noting its robust case and vintage-inspired dial. Some owners find the dial bland, while others wish the bezel looked different. The bracelet clasp and stamped clasp are considered a letdown by several reviewers, not matching the case quality. The PR516 Powermatic 80 variant is criticized for its fixed bezel, seen as a deceptive imitation of a functional dive bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PR516 highly for its vintage style and modern features at an accessible price point.
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