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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsLorier Olympia SII

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
Olympia SII
LorierOlympia SII
MSRP $999

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
Olympia SII39mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
Olympia SII40h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
Olympia SII
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
Olympia SII$999

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$999

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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.

Lorier Olympia SII

Owners widely praise the Lorier Olympia SII for its excellent value and vintage aesthetic, highlighting the robust Seiko NE88 movement and crisp chronograph pushers. The 39mm case is noted for wearing well, with its layered design effectively managing the 13.8mm thickness. Some owners prefer the hesalite crystal for its aesthetic, while others would like a sapphire option. The bracelet is described as functional but can be a hair nipper. Overall, owners rate the Lorier Olympia SII highly for its execution of a vintage chronograph at an accessible price point.

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