Astor + Banks ChronovsRuhla Chronograph

The Astor + Banks Chrono is praised for its sporty design and enthusiast-friendly price. One owner finds it looks better than a specific alternative, though another suggests other brands offer better value at higher price points. A reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design and accessible price point, despite a minor criticism regarding the date display.

Owners find the Ruhla Chronograph to be a fun and reasonably priced watch with an impressive quality for its cost, though some describe its operation as somewhat cumbersome. One owner notes the red seconds hand functions as the stopwatch and resets when the pusher is activated, while another points out the absence of seconds markings on the dial as a notable issue. On balance, owners appreciate the Ruhla Chronograph for its unique design and value, despite minor operational quirks.