Timefactors PRS-29AvsSmiths W.W.W. - PRS-59
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Measurements
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PRS-29A

W.W.W. - PRS-59
Diameter
36mm
36mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
44.5mm
lowest
Thickness
11.1mm
lowest
11.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$544
lowest
$651
Movement
ETA 2801-2
Sellita SW216-1
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-29A for its excellent value and craftsmanship, noting its classic design, 36mm case size, and manual-wind ETA 2801-2 movement. Community members highlight its anti-magnetic properties and 100m water resistance, with some finding it a functional piece of watchmaking history and a great grab-and-go beater. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +5 seconds per day, while another desires a screw-down crown for improved water resistance. Criticisms also include poor lume and an uncomfortable OEM NATO strap, though one owner specifically praises the sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-29A highly for its compact size and value as a military/field watch.
Owners widely praise the Timefactors SMITHS W.W.W. - PRS-59 for its excellent finishing and build quality at its price point, with some noting it surpasses other homages. The 36mm case size and manual-wind Sellita SW216-1 movement are key attractions for those seeking a classic small seconds watch. One owner found the crown stiff and observed a dust speck under the crystal. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors SMITHS W.W.W. - PRS-59 highly for its exceptional value and classic design.
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