Seiko Chronograph SSB479vsSYE Watches MOT1ON Chronograph

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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.

Seiko Chronograph SSB479 at true scale

Chronograph SSB479

SYE Watches MOT1ON Chronograph at true scale

MOT1ON Chronograph

Diameter

38.7mm

40.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.1mm

n/a

Thickness

12.6mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$450

lowest

$750

Movement

Seiko 8T63

Seiko VK64

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.7mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.1mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Caseback
Screw case back
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Box
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko 8T63
Seiko VK64
Type
Quartz
Meca-Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$750
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Reviews

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

Seiko Chronograph SSB479

Owners widely praise the Seiko Chronograph SSB479 for its appealing retro aesthetic, excellent dial design, and desirable proportions, with many highlighting its "Goldilocks-sized" 38.7mm case as a favorite feature. Reviewers and owners alike appreciate its high-end look and vintage charm at an accessible price point, with one owner noting the mecha-quartz movement is satisfactory given the cost. Some owners find the watch beautiful and a "strap monster," with attention to detail justifying its price, though one considered it steep compared to a Tissot quartz chronograph. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Chronograph SSB479 highly for its vintage style and well-proportioned case.

SYE Watches MOT1ON Chronograph

Owners widely praise the SYE MOT1ON Chronograph for its attractive, lugless case architecture and sculptural design. One owner finds the build quality slightly lower than other Seiko models, while another regrets the purchase due to annoyance telling time on it. The Mecaquartz movement's pricing at £400 is considered high by some reviewers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the SYE MOT1ON Chronograph well for its unique case design and attractive dial, despite some reservations about its price and practicality.