Smiths Commando PRS-47vsSeiko Seiko 5 Sports SNXS 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.

Smiths Commando PRS-47 at true scale

Commando PRS-47

Seiko Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series at true scale

Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series

Diameter

36mm

37.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

43.5mm

lowest

44.7mm

Thickness

11.3mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

n/a

$415

Movement

Miyota 9039

Seiko 4R36

Case

4 specs
Diameter
36mm
37.4mm
Thickness
11.3mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
44.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
Dial Color
Tropical
n/a
Lume
SuperLuminova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko 4R36
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$415
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Reviews

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

Smiths Commando PRS-47

Smiths COMMANDO PRS-47 owners praise its 36mm wearability and clear tropical dial, with one noting the Miyota 9039 movement gained only 1 second per day. The hi-dome sapphire crystal and rivet bracelet are also appreciated for their vintage aesthetic. Some owners find the stock bracelet unsatisfactory and one user noted warping from the domed crystal. Overall, owners rate the Smiths COMMANDO PRS-47 highly for its tasteful vintage design and comfortable 36mm size.

Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series for its exceptional value and beautiful sunburst dials, with many appreciating its vintage look and comfortable wearability. Some enthusiasts note its 37.4mm case size and 18mm or 19mm lug width as a positive for smaller wrists, while others find the case too thick or the diameter too small. The stock bracelet and clasp receive consistent criticism for being low-quality, difficult to adjust, and prone to hair-pulling, and some owners report the Hardlex crystal is prone to scratching. Accuracy with the 4R36 movement is a gamble, with reported daily deviations ranging from +/- 1-2 seconds to +/- 20 seconds or more. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 5 Sports SNXS series highly for its stunning sunburst dials and excellent value, despite common criticisms of the bracelet.

From video reviewers

The vintage-inspired design and compact case size are praised. The price increase over the previous generation is a point of contention.