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Seiko AlpinistvsTimefactors Commander

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Alpinist
SeikoAlpinist
MSRP $750
Commander
TimefactorsCommander
MSRP $490
What people say

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Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

Timefactors Commander

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Commander for its vintage aesthetic, featuring a clean no-date dial with gilt accents, creamy lume, and appealing sunburst effects, all contributing to a premium feel and excellent build quality for the price. However, some owners note its 13.7mm thickness and 162-gram weight are substantial, and the bezel numeral font is considered disproportionately small. The dial is also described as quite reflective, and the bracelet is prone to desk rash. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Commander highly for its vintage design and robust build quality at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Alpinist39.5mm
Commander38mm
Power Reserve
Alpinist70h
Commander
Water Resistance
Alpinist200m
Commander300m
MSRP
Alpinist$750
Commander$490

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
13.2mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
45mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R35
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
70h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$490
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