Astor + Banks ChronovsSternglas Tachymeter 2.0

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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.

Astor + Banks Chrono at true scale

Chrono

Sternglas Tachymeter 2.0 at true scale

Tachymeter 2.0

Diameter

44mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

n/a

11mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$575

$449

lowest

Movement

Ronda 5050.B

Seiko VK63

Case

3 specs
Thickness
n/a
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Lume
None
Luminova und applizierten Indizes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
Seiko VK63
Power Reserve
0h
n/a
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$449
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Reviews

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

Astor + Banks Chrono

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.

Sternglas Tachymeter 2.0

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Tachymeter 2.0 for its upscale package and value as a quartz chronograph, noting improvements over its predecessor including more distinct sub-dials and a new case design with polished and matte surfaces. Reviewers highlight its balanced design, suitable for both sport and class, and its positioning against similarly equipped models at its price point. One owner points out that the advertised "orange" accent is actually yellow, and a reviewer suggests the tachymeter scale could be more useful if extended to lower speeds. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Tachymeter 2.0 highly for its value and improved design at its price point.