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Ikepod Chronopod C006vsSternglas Hamburg Chrono

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Chronopod C006
IkepodChronopod C006
MSRP $853
Hamburg Chrono
SternglasHamburg Chrono
MSRP $377

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00644mm
Hamburg Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00640h
Hamburg Chrono
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00650m
Hamburg Chrono50m
MSRP
Chronopod C006$853
Hamburg Chrono$377

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
9.3mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Seiko TMI VK64 Mecha-Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$377

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C006

Owners widely appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C006's exceptional case finishing and dial depth, with some welcoming its Newson-esque design and smooth, lugless case that wears smaller than its 44mm size. Reviewers note the well-designed quartz chronograph offers good value, though one owner found the dial too dark and another felt the price was ridiculous given the quartz movement. Opinions are split on the design, with some finding it polarizing and "nerdy" while others embrace its quirky aesthetic.

Sternglas Hamburg Chrono

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Hamburg Chrono for its visually pleasing design, comfortable lightweight wear, and excellent timekeeping, with specific appreciation for details like the orange date window frame and overall value for the price. Some community members find the Regatta design busy and question the VK64 movement's lack of a running second hand, though others defend its unique, colorful aesthetic. One commenter notes the significant margin between manufacturing cost and retail price. On balance, owners rate the Sternglas Hamburg Chrono highly for its design details and value at its price point.

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