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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition is praised for its vintage racing concept, applied markers, and dial that shifts from cream to silver with orange accents. Owners appreciate the Datsun logo, dual crowns, and internal countdown bezel, with some noting Seiko's finishing is top-notch. However, some find the dial text cluttered, particularly "automatic 3 days," and consider the price point too high. The watch features a 42mm black-coated stainless steel case, an external tachymeter bezel, and Seiko's 8R48 automatic chronograph movement with a 45-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition well for its unique vintage concept and quality finishing, though price remains a point of contention for some.

Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition39.5mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition72h
R1 Racing Chronograph
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition200m
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition$1,150
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Cream
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko 6R55
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,150
$499
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