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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMERvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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Prospex SPEEDTIMER
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER
MSRP $2,200
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER42mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$2,200
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.9mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.6mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Super-clear coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Cream
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
5X83
Jewels
14
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,200
$279

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its unique dial colors and vintage-inspired design, with many appreciating its compact 39mm case size and 100m or 200m water resistance. Reviewers and owners note the V192 solar movement’s power reserve indicator and its reliability, though some owners express a preference for automatic movements. One owner finds the $700 price for a solar quartz model expensive, while another criticizes the €860 price point and desires a thinner case and a bracelet with quick-release or micro-adjustment. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its distinctive aesthetic and versatile wearability, despite some reservations about its price and case thickness.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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