Smiths BABY Speedbird PRS-51vsSmiths Everest

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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.

Smiths BABY Speedbird PRS-51 at true scale

BABY Speedbird PRS-51

Smiths Everest at true scale

Everest

Diameter

36mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

lowest

43.5mm

Thickness

11.4mm

11.4mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Movement

Miyota 9015

Miyota 9039

Case

2 specs
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
43.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Miyota 9039
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Reviews

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

Smiths BABY Speedbird PRS-51

Smiths BABY SPEEDBIRD PRS-51 owners widely praise its high-quality finishing above its price point and its comfortable, flat wearability on the wrist. The minimalistic dial with a subtle date window at 6 o'clock is noted for legibility. Some owners report accuracy figures of +7 to +10 seconds per day with the Miyota 9015 movement, which they find acceptable given the cost. The 5-link bracelet is described as stiff and heavy, leading some to prefer alternatives like NATO or leather straps, and one owner noted noticeable rotor wobble. On balance, owners rate the Smiths BABY SPEEDBIRD PRS-51 highly for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Smiths Everest

Smiths Everest owners widely praise its Explorer 1016 aesthetic, value for money, and comfortable 36mm sizing, with many noting its excellent accuracy, with one owner reporting +/- 1 second per day. The textured or gilt dials are highlighted as attractive and unique, contributing to a vintage feel enhanced by old radium toned lume, and the watch is considered a versatile, guilt-free everyday wear. However, the buying process is frequently described as difficult due to limited supply and infrequent sales, and some owners find the stock Jubilee bracelet heavy, challenging to size, or lacking premium features like on-the-fly adjustment, with one calling it "absolute trash." Other noted points include potential aging concerns with the mirror-polished case back and noticeable Miyota rotor noise for some. Overall, owners rate the Smiths Everest highly for its vintage aesthetic and exceptional value, despite significant acquisition challenges.

From video reviewers

The Smiths Everest offers excellent value for its price point, with multiple reviewers highlighting it as a compelling alternative to higher-end models. Reviewers consistently noted the bracelet quality as a weakness, with several describing it as lacking refinement or a significant letdown.