Armand Nicolet MH2 ChronographvsStowa Marine Classic Chrono

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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.

Armand Nicolet MH2 Chronograph at true scale

MH2 Chronograph

Stowa Marine Classic Chrono at true scale

Marine Classic Chrono

Diameter

43mm

41mm

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

44h

n/a

Movement

Sellita SW500

ETA/Unitas 6498

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW500
ETA/Unitas 6498
Power Reserve
44h
0h
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Reviews

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Armand Nicolet MH2 Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Armand Nicolet MH2 Chronograph for its extreme build quality and accuracy, with one owner noting a textured off-white dial and high-polish stainless steel case. The movement is described as reliable, strong, and smooth, and some owners consider it a favorite, reaching for it more often than more recognized luxury brands. One owner reported their chronograph gaining two minutes per hour, while another lost a pusher. The bezel is easier to rotate from the front than the side. Overall, owners rate the Armand Nicolet MH2 Chronograph highly for its build quality and accuracy.

Stowa Marine Classic Chrono

Owners widely praise the Stowa Marine Classic Chrono for its distinctive marine-inspired design, crisp legibility on its glossy white dial, and well-finished, solid three-part case. The manual-wind ETA/Unitas 6498 movement, while lacking hacking seconds, is noted for its attractive finishing for the price. Some owners find the watch wears slightly larger than its 41mm case size, and one reviewer flagged the alligator strap's deployant clasp as fiddly. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Stowa Marine Classic Chrono highly for its excellent value and superb naval deck watch aesthetic.

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