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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMERvsVaer Calendar Field

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Prospex SPEEDTIMER
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER
MSRP $725
Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER39mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER40h
Calendar Field40h
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$725
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
13.3mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
V192
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$725
$189

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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.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

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