# Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar Chronograph "All Nippon Airways" Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar Chronograph "All Nippon Airways" Limited Edition (Ref. SSC947) is a pilot-style sports chronograph celebrating the Japanese airline with a 42.5mm stainless steel case, black dial accented in ANA blue, fixed tachymeter bezel, and Lumibrite lume for legibility, powered by the solar quartz Caliber V192 offering approximately 6 months of power reserve on a full charge, appealing to aviation fans, collectors, and versatile daily wearers seeking reliable functionality with thematic flair.

## Overall Watch Rating: 7.2/10.0

**Dials & Design Metric (8.7/10.0)** - The aviation-themed black dial with ANA logo, applied indices, and balanced subdials delivers standout legibility and uniqueness akin to themed pilots from Hamilton or IWC.
**Versatility Metric (8.5/10.0)** - This chronograph excels across casual, sports, and travel scenarios with its legible layout and comfortable proportions, much like a Breitling Endurance Pro but with solar convenience.
**History & Innovation Metric (8.2/10.0)** - Seiko's legacy with the original 1969 Speedtimer mechanical chronograph combined with modern solar tech earns high marks, paralleling Citizen's Eco-Drive advancements.
**Material Metric (7.8/10.0)** - Stainless steel construction with brushed/polished finishing and box-shaped Hardlex crystal provides solid build quality comparable to other Prospex divers.
**Complications Metric (7.5/10.0)** - The integrated 60-minute and 24-hour chronograph counters offer practical utility on par with entry-level quartz chronos from Tissot.
**Movement Metric (7.2/10.0)** - The Caliber V192 solar quartz delivers exceptional accuracy and longevity versus battery-dependent quartz like ETA G10, though lacking mechanical prestige.
**Functions Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Core timekeeping plus chronograph functions perform reliably but lack extras like date, similar to basic solar pilots from Casio.
**Brand Metric (5.3/10.0)** - Seiko's mid-tier reliability and enthusiast appeal outshine fashion brands like Fossil but trails luxury peers like Omega.
**Rarity Metric (4.9/10.0)** - The 2,000-piece limited edition boosts exclusivity over mass-produced Seikos, though secondary market availability tempers it versus true one-offs.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 7.1

## WM Collector Grade: B+

## Performance Insights: Excels in dials & design, versatility, and history while rarity and brand hold it back, providing strong value versus an implied price of $1,200.

## TPS Interpretation: Good Value: The watch punches above its price with thematic design, solar reliability, and aviation utility.

## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**