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| PRS-50 Vs Stingray 70 | Rating: 
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| Posted: Wed Dec 26th, 2007 08:38 pm |
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Ron Jr 3T WIS 
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Lets start with a comparison of specifications. PRS-50 Movement AS2063 Case Diameter 42mm Thickness 15.3mm Length 50.7mm Lug Width 22mm Weight 130 grams W/R 200 metres Crystal Flat sapphire A/R Coated Underside Lume Super Luminova Stingray Movement ETA 2824-2 Case Diameter 42mm Thickness 13.7mm Length 49.5mm Lug Width 22mm Weight 90 grams W/R 200 metres Crystal Double domed sapphire A/R Optional both inside and out Lume Super Luminova Now with that out of the way you can see these two watches are very close in specs even closer for the non-LE as they will share the same movement. Packaging: The Stingray comes in an ABS plastic case that looks like a pistol case very Mil looking. It can hold three watches and comes with a springbar tool and a tube with two extra sets of springbars. The case will hold three watches securely. My problem with the case is the handle is to small for my hand and the foam liner is not secured to the case.    The PRS-50 comes in a Banda black leather with white stitching two watch travel case. As usual Eddies supplies an alternate strap and his signiture polishing cloth.   Point to Eddie. Movement The PRS-50 uses a NOS AS2063 that has been serviced to new, the Stingray uses the trustworthy ETA 2824-2 a great movement but common. Point to Eddie. Crystal Both are saphire with A/R coating (I went for the option). The PRS-50s is flat and very thick while the Stingray has a very lovely domed shape.  Point to Bill. Bezel Lumed Acrylic is standard on the PRS-50 and optional on the Stingray. The lume on both is weak but that is expected. The Stingrays is flat and only has Markings at the cardinal points. The PRS-50's is domed and very stunning it's markings are truer to the FF that was the inspiration for both watches. The PRS-50 is 60 clicks while the Stingray is 120. Both turn very smoothly.  Point to Eddie. Case Both are made of Stainless Steel with the PRS-50 only being available in a polished finish. The Stingray can be ordered polished, brushed or blasted. The case on the PRS-50 is thicker and heavier than the Stingray which can be a comfort problem to some. Both also have drilled lugs. The transition from the case to the bezel is smooth on the Stingray but there is a tiny lip with the bezel being a tad bigger than the case.       Point to Bill because of the finish options. Dial and Hands The Stingray lets you pick your dial from Bill's catalog. I went with the Bund 1 as it is as close to the FF as he had available. Lume on both is Luminova C3 which is well known by all here and it is applied well on both. Eddie was a bit daring and went with the No Rad style dial and I personnaly like it. As with the dial various hands are available for the Stingray. I went once again with the Bund 1. The lume does not match the dial on the Stingray while it does on the PRS-50. To me a minor point but to others it is critical.   Dial and hands Tie Strap. Both watches come with rubber straps at first glance the Stingrays is very nice but it is a bit to thin for the watch while the PRS-50 comes with a very (actually two) hefty retro strap that fits it well. So well that I usually have one on my Stingray. The buckle on the Stingray is very nice and embossed with the MKII logo, since Eddie didn't have a custom strap made (his is a DeBeers) the buckle is unsigned.  Strap is a tie (I like the buckle) Time keeping. I am not a fanatic about this which may seem strange but as long as it is not off by minutes I really don't care. Both watches keep satisfactory time. Tie. Wow factor. Well this is a very personal point as is wearability. Believe it or not I have had people comment on both favorably. With the Stingray it was a salesman at Tournau who noticed it and once he saw the MKII logo knew it was a Yoa. For the PRS-50 it was a total stranger who asked me where did I find a vintage FF in such good condition. Point Eddie. Wearability. Now this was a tough area, I like big heavy watches that I can use to club a Steer with. But in this area I think the Stingray comes out ahead, it is slim enough to wear under a shirt sleave and it doesn't wear you out from the weight. My Stingray came in just before I went on vacation in July and except for a couple of hours when I wore the DN it never left my wrist (except at night). Ponit Bill. Service. I really don't think there is much of a point in going here. Both of these watches are the creations of two of the best when it comes to this. I have been a loyal customer of Eddie's for years and this was my first but hopefully not my last Yoa. Tie. Now by point count the PRS-50 comes out ahead BUT if this was the Non-LE it would be a tie. I don't think there is a bad choice here between these two watches. Both offere quality fit/finish and materials. Bill does offer the customability that Eddie doesn't but that could be a bad thing I have seen some terrible hand/dial combos. Now which do I like more thats a tough call but I would say the PRS-50 as it is truer to the original FF. I hope this comparison will be helpful to potential buyers of either watch.   
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| Posted: Wed Dec 26th, 2007 08:46 pm |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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Thank you Ron for an excellent review. Without checking, I assume they are at the same price point? I'm a fan of the Stingray and hope to aquire one in 2008. Again, well done 
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| Posted: Wed Dec 26th, 2007 08:49 pm |
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Chick Hazzard 3T WIS 
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Excellent comparo. I would go with the Stingray if I had to choose. The shiny case and the "no radiation" symbol turn me off. The Stingray is super clean.
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| Posted: Wed Dec 26th, 2007 09:10 pm |
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srh_pres 3T WIS 
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Outstanding review and comparison Ron... I have always leaned towards the Stingray and I think I still am, mainly because of the finish options on the case (prefer the blasted over the polished)... thanks for posting... hand6.gif
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| Posted: Wed Dec 26th, 2007 09:26 pm |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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Great comparison and I like both watches! although the Stingray is high on my list after the MKII Vantagehand6.gif...but imho I would give the points to Bill on both movement and packaging....the Banda carry case is not leather(I have the same)and although the A.Schild movement is nostalgic and period/watch correct it is only 17j with lower beat rate and non-hacking, so to me it loses in comparison to the eta 2824...and if I'm not mistaken the Yao 50 fathoms homage is much less expensive making it the bigger big bang for the buck!yourock.gifan homage is an homage is an homage:D
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| Posted: Wed Dec 26th, 2007 11:18 pm |
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Billy S. 3T WIS 
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Thanks for a great review. I have been looking at the MIIK for a while now. The vantage is first , as I think Oscar mentioned as well. If another I would go with the Stingray for my next choice. Your review helped greatly. Thanks Billy S
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| Posted: Thu Dec 27th, 2007 07:49 am |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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Great write up, Ron!! Very informative and a lot of food for thought on two really nice homages to an iconic diver. I gotta say I like the no rad dial cuz' I'm funny like that and it would just rock at work where we deal in radiation...in controlled doses of course... well most of the time!  Both of these are gonna get a look in 2008!! No need for me to mess with a NOS movement... Thanks for a most informative post!! And for planting the seeds...
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| Posted: Thu Dec 27th, 2007 10:55 am |
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murphy j 3T WIS 
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I think I would have to have both. I've admired Bill Yao's watches ever since I first discovered them, not to mention they're EXCELLENT watches by all accounts. Oh yeah, and a VERY fair price also . Eddie's watches have all those classic military dive watch hallmarks that I go snakeshitsmile8.gif over. I don't think I'd be able to choose between them , unless funds were very limited and then it would go to Bill:D. An overall Excellent review with plenty of pics. Thank You.
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| Posted: Sun Dec 30th, 2007 11:53 pm |
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zippofan 3T WIS 
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Arrrrrrgh! I have been looking at both, back and forth, for awhile now. I guess I better get paying off the 2007 watch bill so I can buy buy buy in 2008! That's two now on the list...great review, thanks! hand6.gif Cheers, Griff
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| Posted: Mon Dec 31st, 2007 12:46 am |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Ron great review. I have seen the Stingray, but not the PRS-50. Picked up some good info out of this review, thank you hand6.gif
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| Posted: Fri Jan 4th, 2008 03:50 pm |
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Crue4 3T WIS 
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Hopefully Eddie will take that "radiation" logo off the dial... then it would be one I would purchase.
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