Seiko Chronograph SSB479vsWolbrook JetFlyer Automatic 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

Wolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph at true scale

JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph

Diameter

38.7mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.1mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

12.6mm

12.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$450

lowest

$845

Movement

Seiko 8T63

Jeambrun PS 6402

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38.7mm
38mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.1mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Screw case back
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Box
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko 8T63
Jeambrun PS 6402
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$845
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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.

Wolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph for its solid value, durable and reliable construction, and appealing visual design featuring a domed sapphire crystal and fully brushed finish. The case finishing is noted as very nice with great detailing on the bezel and dial, and the bezel action is described as great with accurate alignment. However, some owners report the watch feels top-heavy and wears larger than its 38mm case, with one noting a thickness of 14mm or 14.3mm. Timekeeping varied, with one owner experiencing degradation to +2 minutes per day after the first week. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph highly for its robust build and aesthetic appeal at its price point.

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