# Seiko Alba Vient Dual Time V400-5960 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Seiko Alba Vient Dual Time V400-5960 is a petite ladies' dress watch with a sophisticated white Roman numeral dial in a 29.5mm stainless steel case, powered by a reliable solar quartz movement offering dual independent hour hands for home and local time plus a date window, making it perfect for fashion-forward women who travel light and value low-maintenance elegance with up to 6 months of power reserve without light exposure.

## Overall Watch Rating: 6.0/10.0

**Material Metric (8.2/10.0)** - Stainless steel construction with Hardlex crystal provides robust everyday durability akin to mid-tier Seiko divers but in a slimmer, dressier profile.

**Versatility Metric (7.8/10.0)** - Its compact size and dual time function make it seamlessly adaptable from office formalwear to casual travel, outperforming basic dress watches like entry-level Citizens.

**Movement Metric (7.8/10.0)** - The V157 solar quartz delivers exceptional accuracy and longevity comparable to higher-end eco-drive movements from Citizen, without needing battery changes.

**Dials & Design Metric (7.2/10.0)** - The clean white dial with Roman numerals and dauphine hands offers timeless elegance similar to vintage Omega dress pieces, though petite sizing limits boldness.

**History & Innovation Metric (6.7/10.0)** - Seiko's pioneering quartz and solar legacy elevates this beyond generic fashion quartz, matching the innovative spirit of established mid-tier tool watches.

**Functions Metric (5.5/10.0)** - Core timekeeping with date and dual time handles daily needs adequately, on par with affordable GMT travelers from Timex or Casio.

**Brand Metric (4.5/10.0)** - As a Seiko fashion sub-brand, it inherits reliable Japanese engineering but lacks the prestige of core Seiko models like the Prospex line.

**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Basic dual time adds practical utility but falls short of true mechanical complications found in entry-luxury chronographs.

**Rarity Metric (2.0/10.0)** - Mass-produced at accessible pricing, it offers no scarcity compared to limited microbrand runs or vintage collector pieces.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.9

## WM Collector Grade: C+

## Performance Insights: Excels in material quality, movement reliability, and versatility for daily wear while rarity and complications lag, delivering strong value well under its implied price of reliable quartz functionality.

## TPS Interpretation: Fair Value: The watch punches above its weight with solar-powered dual time precision and elegant design, ideal for practical buyers seeking hassle-free performance without luxury premiums.

## Watch Data
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