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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMERvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Prospex SPEEDTIMER
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER
MSRP $725
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER39mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER40h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$725
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
13.3mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
V192

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$725
$299

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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 Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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