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Ikepod Megapod M301vsAstor + Banks Chrono

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Megapod M301
IkepodMegapod M301
MSRP $1,458
Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod M30146mm
Chrono44mm
Power Reserve
Megapod M30140h
Chrono40h
Water Resistance
Megapod M30150m
Chrono100m
MSRP
Megapod M301$1,458
Chrono$575

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
44mm
Thickness
17mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda 5050.B
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$575

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What people say

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Ikepod Megapod M301

Owners widely praise the Ikepod Megapod M301's distinctive artistic design and generous Super-LumiNova application. The watch wears smaller than its 46mm case diameter suggests, with many finding it comfortable. Some reviewers, however, would prefer a strap material other than silicone and note that a Swiss movement might be desired at the $1,490 price point. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M301 for its unique aesthetic and strong lume.

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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