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Seiko AstronvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,500
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Astron42mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Astron40h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Astron100m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Astron$2,500
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Super-clear coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
5X83
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Jewels
14
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,500
$428

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What people say

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Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular technology, solar-powered quartz movement, and GPS time synchronization, making it a convenient grab-and-go option. The watch is frequently noted for its comfortable and lightweight titanium build, with some models featuring well-finished cases and robust ceramic bezels. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's dynamic and shiny appearance, with textured hour markers and high-contrast edges. Accuracy is generally considered good, with figures ranging from +/- 15 seconds per month to within 1/2 second per day, easily corrected by GPS signal. However, some owners note that DST requires manual adjustment and that automatic time syncing depends on proximity to radio wave towers. The price point is a concern for some, who feel it competes with luxury watches without the same aesthetic appeal. One owner pointed out minimal lume and a slight misalignment of the minute hand on their model.

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.

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