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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited EditionvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition39mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition100m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition$700
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
13.3mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
V192
Miyota 82s5
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$700
$428

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition for its attractive vintage-inspired aesthetics, functional solar dials, and wearable proportions, with some noting the chronograph pushers are a joy to operate. The domed sapphire crystal is a recurring positive, as is the overall value proposition at its price point, with specific models highlighted for their neo-vintage Daytona flair and Pogue-inspired colorways. However, several sources point to a limited bracelet clasp with only two micro-adjustments and a small, hard-to-read date window as drawbacks. Some owners also note internal reflections on the domed sapphire crystal and occasional slight misalignment of the chronograph seconds hand at zero. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition highly for its compelling retro design and modern solar functionality at an accessible price.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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