Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0009Q QuartzvsSeiko Prospex Speedtimer

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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.

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0009Q Quartz at true scale

Söhne SP0009Q Quartz

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer at true scale

Prospex Speedtimer

Diameter

39mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.5mm

Thickness

15mm

13.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$226

lowest

$725

Movement

Seiko VK64

Seiko V192

Case

4 specs
Thickness
15mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
n/a
n/a
Lume
Dial and Hands
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Seiko V192
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$226
$725
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Reviews

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

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0009Q Quartz

Owners widely praise the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0009Q Quartz for its "baller" feel and well-made construction, noting no sharp edges and acceptable finishing for the price, satisfying a desire for its style. One owner finds it acceptable for its price. However, one owner cautions to expect poor quality from Specht & Sohne. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0009Q Quartz highly for its weighty feel and good construction at its price point.

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its vintage-inspired design and versatility as an everyday watch. Some owners find the 39mm case size comfortable and well-suited for active use. Reviewers note the solar-powered V192 movement offers a six-month power reserve. Criticisms include the watch's thickness, which some find to be between 13-15mm, and the 24-hour subdial. The price point is a recurring point of contention, with some owners questioning the value for a solar quartz chronograph. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER a capable and attractive watch, with its design being the most frequently cited positive attribute.

From video reviewers

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's solar movement provides reliable power without battery replacements and accurate timekeeping, with a claimed accuracy of ±15 seconds per month. A notable trade-off is the watch's slightly thicker profile and somewhat lacking lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on whether the bezel action is smooth and clicky, with one reviewer praising it and the other not mentioning it.