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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsAstor + Banks Chrono

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
Chrono44mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
Chrono40h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
Chrono100m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
Chrono$575

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Ronda 5050.B

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$575

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C001

The Ikepod Chronopod C001 is praised for its exceptional case finishing and unique, design-driven aesthetic, offering significant dial depth for its price. Owners find it comfortable despite its 44mm size, with one noting it as a welcome return for the brand. However, some question its value at $340, citing the quartz movement and non-Swiss manufacturing as drawbacks, and prototypes featured large date numerals that drew criticism. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C001 for its distinctive design and quality finishing at its price point, though value perception varies.

Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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