Seiko Spirit ChronographvsYema Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series
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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
Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series
Diameter
38.5mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Thickness
9.6mm
lowest
10.2mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
MSRP
n/a
$449
Movement
Seiko 7T92
Quartz
Case
8 specsCrystal & Dial
5 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.
The Yema Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series is praised for its crisp white dial, excellent lume, and retro-modern chronograph design, with owners highlighting its ideal 39mm case proportions and the clever integration of a perforated design into its five-link bracelet. Some find the mechaquartz movement overpriced for its features, and the mineral crystal is noted as a drawback compared to sapphire. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Rallygraf Alpine Cup Series well for its vintage reissue appeal and wearability at its price point.
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