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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited EditionvsTimefactors PRS-30

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PRS-30
TimefactorsPRS-30
MSRP $1,013
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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition for its refined presence and intricate dial patterns, with some favoring its unique red dial and steel bezel over other Speedtimer models. However, some owners criticize the 24-hour subdial as useless, the date window as recessed, and the stock bracelet as difficult to fit, while others find the pushers stick out too much. One owner notes the $995 price point is high for the 6R55 movement, suggesting a lower range, though others appreciate the Seiko finishing and charm. On balance, owners rate the Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition well for its unique aesthetic and finishing, despite some functional and value concerns.

Timefactors PRS-30

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS for its excellent value and solid construction, with many appreciating its aesthetic details like cream dials and blued hands. Some owners note the well-built but stiff 5-link bracelet on certain models, and one owner reported noticeable rotor wobble from a Miyota movement. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS highly for its robust build and attractive design at a fraction of the price of competitors.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition42mm
PRS-3042mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition45h
PRS-30
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition100m
PRS-30100m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition$2,500
PRS-30$1,013

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Thickness
14.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Dark Brown
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
8R48
ETA 2824-2
Power Reserve
45h
Jewels
34
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$1,013
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