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Seiko Baby AlpinistvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Baby Alpinist
SeikoBaby Alpinist
MSRP $725
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428
What people say

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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.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Baby Alpinist38mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Baby Alpinist70h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Baby Alpinist200m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Baby Alpinist$725
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6R35
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$725
$428
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