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Citizen CorsovsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

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Corso
CitizenCorso
MSRP $296

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Corso44mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition42mm
Power Reserve
Corso40h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition45h
Water Resistance
Corso100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition100m
MSRP
Corso$296
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition$2,500

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
14.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
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
8729
8R48
Power Reserve
40h
45h
Jewels
25
34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$296
$2,500

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What people say

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Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition for its refined presence and intricate dial patterns, with some favoring its unique red dial and steel bezel over other Speedtimer models. However, some owners criticize the 24-hour subdial as useless, the date window as recessed, and the stock bracelet as difficult to fit, while others find the pushers stick out too much. One owner notes the $995 price point is high for the 6R55 movement, suggesting a lower range, though others appreciate the Seiko finishing and charm. On balance, owners rate the Prospex SPEEDTIMER Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition well for its unique aesthetic and finishing, despite some functional and value concerns.

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