Seiko Baby AlpinistvsTimefactors Speedbird PRS-51
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Measurements
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Baby Alpinist

Speedbird PRS-51
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
lowest
Thickness
12.9mm
11.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
70h
n/a
MSRP
$725
$436
lowest
Movement
Seiko 6R35
Miyota 9015
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Seiko Baby Alpinist for its attractive design, legible dial, and comfortable 38mm cushion case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's excellent value, particularly when on sale, and appreciate its finishing, including outstanding brushing and a gorgeous reflective dial with applied indices. Some reviewers note the internal rotating bezel action is good for the price, though not as refined as higher-end models, and one owner would prefer a numbered bezel. A drawback mentioned by one owner is the lack of AR coating, and accuracy is reported by one source as approximately -10 seconds per day. The stock strap is frequently described as stiff and uncomfortable, though owners find success with break-in or replacement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Baby Alpinist highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at a fair price.
The watch's bezel action is smooth and precise. The watch's lume is somewhat lacking, with the hour markers not being as bright as they'd like. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring 38mm and others 41.4mm.
Owners widely praise the Timefactors Speedbird PRS-51 for its value and classic pilot's watch aesthetic, noting its beautiful AR sapphire crystal and minimalistic dial. The 36mm case is described as wearing thinner than expected, though some find the 5-link bracelet stiff or heavy, while others praise its drape and articulation. Accuracy figures vary, with some reporting impeccable timekeeping and others noting deviations of +7 to +10 seconds per day from the Miyota 9015 movement. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors Speedbird PRS-51 highly for its attractive flieger design and excellent value at its price point.
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