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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMERvsTissot Chrono L

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Prospex SPEEDTIMER
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER
MSRP $725
Chrono L
TissotChrono L
MSRP $475

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER39mm
Chrono L42mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER40h
Chrono L40h
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
Chrono L100m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$725
Chrono L$475

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
13.3mm
10.97mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Indices
Applied
Arabic
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
V192

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$725
$475

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's gorgeous, unique red dial and vintage-inspired design, finding it a sturdy and reliable everyday watch. Some owners, however, question the value proposition at around $700 for a solar quartz model, citing its 13-15mm thickness and the 24-hour subdial as drawbacks. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +1/+2 seconds per day, while another notes the V192 solar movement offers a six-month power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER a capable and versatile chronograph, with its striking dial and everyday wearability being the most frequently cited strengths.

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.

Tissot Chrono L

Owners widely praise the Tissot Chrono L's attractive, expensive-looking design and vintage style, with some regretting its discontinuation. However, several owners report issues with misaligned subdials and date windows, and one noted the chronograph second hand moved when stationary. Visibility in bright daylight is a drawback due to a shiny dial and reflective hands, and the signed buckle logo is a decal that easily rubs off. Some owners find the Tissot Chrono XL variants too large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono L's aesthetic appeal and vintage charm, despite some concerns regarding dial alignment and legibility.

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