Marloe Watch Company SkySplittervsSeiko 5 Sports Field series
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Measurements
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SkySplitter
5 Sports Field series
Diameter
40mm
39.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.9mm
Thickness
12.4mm
lowest
13.6mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
40h
41h
highest
MSRP
$599
$450
lowest
Movement
Miyota 9075
Seiko 4R34
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Marloe Watch Company SkySplitter is praised for its cool, distinctive design and fantastic lume, making it a contender for a summer watch. Owners also note the brand's strong customer service and accessible pricing. One owner of the GMT model reported distortion of the 24-hour rehaut markings due to the boxed sapphire crystal, and another wished for a bracelet with integrated end links. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company SkySplitter highly for its striking aesthetics and excellent lume.
The Seiko 5 Sports Field series is praised for its accessible explorer watch design and decent fit and finish for its price point. Reviewers note the inclusion of a caller GMT complication powered by the 4R34 automatic movement. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Seiko 5 Sports Field series a compelling option for its explorer aesthetic and GMT functionality at an accessible price.
The prominent five-sided GMT hand enhances legibility and adds a sophisticated aesthetic to the watch. The Seiko 5 Sports Field series offers similar functionality to the Explorer 2 at a lower price, making it a valuable option. Reviewers disagree on whether it's a missed opportunity for Seiko to release this model first, with one reviewer implying it would have been a more logical addition to their lineup.
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