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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited EditionvsBrew Super Metric

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At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition39mm
Super Metric36mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition40h
Super Metric
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition100m
Super Metric50m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition$700
Super Metric$475

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
13.3mm
10.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
19.85mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Fine-Texture
Indices
Applied
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
V192
VK68
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$475

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition for its attractive vintage-inspired aesthetics, functional solar dials, and wearable proportions, with some noting the chronograph pushers are a joy to operate. The domed sapphire crystal is a recurring positive, as is the overall value proposition at its price point, with specific models highlighted for their neo-vintage Daytona flair and Pogue-inspired colorways. However, several sources point to a limited bracelet clasp with only two micro-adjustments and a small, hard-to-read date window as drawbacks. Some owners also note internal reflections on the domed sapphire crystal and occasional slight misalignment of the chronograph seconds hand at zero. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition highly for its compelling retro design and modern solar functionality at an accessible price.

Brew Super Metric

Owners widely praise the Brew Super Metric's unique, asymmetrical, and colorful 70s-inspired design, with many appreciating its finishing and dial details for the price. Some owners find the integrated bracelet can be a hair-puller, and the watch wears larger than its 36mm dimensions due to the square case and bracelet. The lume is noted as weak, and some find the dial graphics busy, though others love the colorful, essence-keeping 2.0 design. On balance, owners rate the Brew Super Metric highly for its distinctive style and value, with many finding it a fun and comfortable daily wearer.

From video reviewers

The Brew Super Metric's Meca-Quartz Chrono functionality is one of the best the reviewer has seen. The watch's unique design is a key part of its charm. The Seiko meca-quartz caliber contributes to its value for the price. The lume could be improved, as it's not as bright as some other watches in its class. The price may not be the cheapest option in its class.

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