Seiko Prospex SpeedtimervsStraton Daily Driver
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Measurements
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Prospex Speedtimer
Daily Driver
Diameter
41.4mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.9mm
lowest
50mm
Thickness
13mm
lowest
14mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
MSRP
$750
$299
lowest
Movement
Seiko V192
Miyota 6S21
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its beautiful dial colors, with specific mentions of ice blue and cream, and its vintage-inspired design. Some find the 39mm case size, which wears smaller than its 41.4mm specification due to short lugs, fits perfectly on smaller wrists. However, owners are split on value, with some considering it a beautiful and incredibly valuable watch, while others question the price for a solar quartz movement and find the 13mm thickness notable. One reviewer noted the lack of quick-release or micro-adjustment on the bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its striking dial designs and compact, vintage-inspired wearability.
The solar-powered chronograph movement is a key strength. The bracelet finishing is a potential area for improvement. Reviewers are split on whether the aesthetic successfully revives the spirit of the original "Pogue."
Owners widely praise the Straton Daily Driver for its precise build quality and the desirable "double panda chrono" aesthetic, featuring a white dial, thin black bezel, and stick indices. The AR-coated sapphire crystal is noted as a significant plus at its price point, and the Miyota 6S21 quartz movement is considered reliable. On balance, owners rate the Straton Daily Driver highly for its specific aesthetic and build quality at the price.
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