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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsRZE UTD-8000

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
UTD-8000
RZEUTD-8000
MSRP $279

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
UTD-800040mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
UTD-800040h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
UTD-8000200m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
UTD-8000$279

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Tool
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Grade 5 Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Screw secured titanium caseback

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Seiko VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$279

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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.

RZE UTD-8000

The RZE UTD-8000 is praised for its full titanium construction with scratch-resistant coatings and comfortable wearability, offering significant value at its price point. Reviewers note its modern materials like Cerakote-coated titanium and sapphire crystal, though its feature set does not rival more expensive digital competitors. Overall, the RZE UTD-8000 is considered a compelling enthusiast piece for its material execution and value.

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