Timex Legacy Day and Date 36mmvsVario Eclipse Sweeping Quartz (Seiko VH31)

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Timex Legacy Day and Date 36mm at true scale

Legacy Day and Date 36mm

Vario Eclipse Sweeping Quartz (Seiko VH31) at true scale

Eclipse Sweeping Quartz (Seiko VH31)

Diameter

36mm

38mm

Thickness

n/a

10mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$179

lowest

$218

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VH31

Case

3 specs
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
10mm
Material
n/a
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VH31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$179
$218
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Timex Legacy Day and Date 36mm

Owners widely praise the Timex Legacy Day and Date 36mm for its excellent value and versatile aesthetic, suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Some owners find its styling too close to other luxury models, while one owner notes the lume is weak and the fit-and-finish is a little sloppy. The light gold accents on the blue dial were disappointing for one owner, appearing more like a rusty bronze. One owner considers the $170 price tag overpriced due to the quartz movement and lack of Indiglo. Overall, owners rate the Timex Legacy Day and Date 36mm highly for its value and aesthetic, despite some reservations about finishing and accents.

Vario Eclipse Sweeping Quartz (Seiko VH31)

Owners widely appreciate the Vario Eclipse Sweeping Quartz (Seiko VH31) for its Seiko VH31 movement, which provides a sweeping second hand that ticks four times per second, mimicking a mechanical watch's motion. This movement is noted for its accuracy, with one owner reporting a loss of only 20 seconds over eight months, and is favored for its low maintenance compared to automatic movements. The sweeping quartz is seen as a rare and interesting feature that distinguishes it from typical quartz watches. Overall, owners rate the Vario Eclipse Sweeping Quartz (Seiko VH31) highly for its unique sweeping quartz movement and impressive accuracy at the price point.