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Astor + Banks Terra ScoutvsSeiko Baby Alpinist

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Terra Scout
Astor + BanksTerra Scout
MSRP $995
Baby Alpinist
SeikoBaby Alpinist
MSRP $725

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Terra Scout38.5mm
Baby Alpinist38mm
Power Reserve
Terra Scout40h
Baby Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
Terra Scout201m
Baby Alpinist200m
MSRP
Terra Scout$995
Baby Alpinist$725

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12.4mm
12.9mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
6R35
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$725

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Terra Scout

Owners praise the Astor + Banks Terra Scout for its compelling value and well-executed sandwich dial. The watch features a La Joux-Perret G100 movement regulated to +/- 8 seconds per day with a 68-hour power reserve, and offers 200 meters of water resistance within a compact 38.5mm case. Some reviewers noted a desire for a no-date configuration. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Astor + Banks Terra Scout a well-priced and compelling field-style watch.

From video reviewers

The watch's classic proportions meeting modern aesthetics result in a solid and substantial feel. The layered sandwich dial with a dedicated minute track is a thoughtful execution of the brand's design language. The watch's water-resistance is not mentioned, potentially leaving users uncertain about its capabilities.

Seiko Baby Alpinist

Seiko Prospex Land owners widely praise its comfortable, sub-12mm cushion case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, and its sharp, attractive appearance featuring outstanding brushing and applied indices. Reviewers note its legible dial, solid movement, and 100m water resistance at a fair price, with some owners appreciating its unique combination of features. However, the stock strap is consistently described as stiff and uncomfortable, and one owner would prefer a numbered bezel over cardinal directions. Accuracy is reported around -10 seconds per day, and the internal rotating bezel's action is considered good for the price but not as refined as higher-end models. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Land highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's bezel action is smooth and precise. The watch's lume is somewhat lacking, with the hour markers not being as bright as they'd like. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring 38mm and others 41.4mm.

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