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Seiko AlpinistvsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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Alpinist
SeikoAlpinist
MSRP $750
Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Alpinist39.5mm
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Power Reserve
Alpinist70h
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Water Resistance
Alpinist200m
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
MSRP
Alpinist$750
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
43mm
Thickness
13.2mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
52mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R35
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$850

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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