Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813 vs Bulova Surveyor Chronograph
Both are chronograph watches in the mid tier — here's how the specs differ and which to pick.
| Spec | Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813 | Bulova Surveyor Chronograph |
|---|---|---|
| Movement | Solar / light-powered | Meca-quartz |
| Water resistance | 100m | 30m |
| Case size | 39mm | 41mm |
| Crystal | sapphire | mineral |
| Style | Chronograph | Chronograph |
| Price tier | Mid | Mid |
Which should you buy?
- their movements differ — Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813: solar / light-powered, Bulova Surveyor Chronograph: meca-quartz
- the Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813 takes more water (100m) — the one to pick if you actually swim or dive
- the Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813 has a sapphire crystal — more scratch-resistant for daily wear
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813 and the Bulova Surveyor Chronograph?
Both are chronograph watches in the mid tier. The Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813 is solar / light-powered, 100m water resistance, 39mm, sapphire crystal; the Bulova Surveyor Chronograph is meca-quartz, 30m water resistance, 41mm, mineral crystal.
Which has better water resistance, the Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813 or the Bulova Surveyor Chronograph?
The Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813, rated 100m, versus 30m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.
Which is better value, the Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar SSC813 or the Bulova Surveyor Chronograph?
Both sit in the mid tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.
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