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Astor + Banks ChronovsZelos Comet 39

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
Chrono$575
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Tantalum LE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$2,499

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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