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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited EditionvsVario 1918 Pilot

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1918 Pilot
Vario1918 Pilot
MSRP $388

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition39.5mm
1918 Pilot40mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition72h
1918 Pilot40h
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition200m
1918 Pilot50m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition$1,150
1918 Pilot$388

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Pilot
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6R55
Miyota 8N33
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,150
$388

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition is praised for its vintage racing concept, applied markers, and dial that shifts from cream to silver with orange accents. Owners appreciate the Datsun logo, dual crowns, and internal countdown bezel, with some noting Seiko's finishing is top-notch. However, some find the dial text cluttered, particularly "automatic 3 days," and consider the price point too high. The watch features a 42mm black-coated stainless steel case, an external tachymeter bezel, and Seiko's 8R48 automatic chronograph movement with a 45-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition well for its unique vintage concept and quality finishing, though price remains a point of contention for some.

Vario 1918 Pilot

The Vario 1918 Pilot is praised for its classy, unique, and beautifully done vintage theme, especially its 45-degree tilted enamel dial and cathedral hands, offered at a bargain price. Owners note the Miyota 8N33 hand-wound movement with over 40 hours of power reserve and C3 lume. Some find the 40mm size a bit small for larger wrists, and the Vario logo is occasionally seen as out of place. The tilted dial is impractical for right-wrist wear, and one owner reported disappointment with the movement's loudness. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1918 Pilot well for its unique dial execution and vintage aesthetic at an accessible price point.

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