Archimede Watches Klassik ChronographvsStowa Chrono Black Forest Moon

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph at true scale

Klassik Chronograph

Stowa Chrono Black Forest Moon at true scale

Chrono Black Forest Moon

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

51mm

50.2mm

lowest

Thickness

13.6mm

lowest

14.7mm

Water Resistance

50m

n/a

MSRP

$2,276

n/a

Movement

Valjoux 7750

ETA/Unitas 6498

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
13.6mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
50.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
DLC-coated stainless steel
Water Resistance
50m
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7750
ETA/Unitas 6498
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,276
n/a
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph

Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph owners praise its uncluttered dial for excellent contrast and readability, and the hardened case for durability and comfortable wear. The watch is noted for its simple elegance, with blue hands and strap complementing each other well for casual and less formal occasions. One owner highlights the quality of the watch, mentioning it is a manual-wind conversion of a Valjoux 7753 to manage thickness. The textured dial and blued hands are also appreciated, as is the date window placement at the 6 o'clock position. The Archimede Klassik Chronograph is considered a fantastic GADA watch for its price, offering great quality and service from the family-owned company. On balance, owners rate the Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph highly for its elegant design and perceived quality at its price point.

Stowa Chrono Black Forest Moon

Owners widely praise the off-white dial with applied numerals and logo on the Stowa Chrono Black Forest Moon. One owner finds the watch a spectacular pilot chronograph, appreciating the company's customer service and value, and considers it a permanent collection piece despite concerns about thickness. The black strap is noted as more versatile than brown options, and the "From the Black Forest" wooden box is a appreciated detail. However, one owner considers the dial ugly. Overall, owners rate the Stowa Chrono Black Forest Moon highly for its dial design and value proposition.