AV86 1960 Racing ChronographvsHz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

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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.

AV86 1960 Racing Chronograph at true scale

1960 Racing Chronograph

Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black at true scale

HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

Diameter

40mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.5mm

n/a

Thickness

12.7mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$399

$379

lowest

Movement

Miyota 6S20

Seiko VK63

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
12.7mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black & Off White
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 6S20
Seiko VK63
Type
Quartz
Hybrid

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$379
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Reviews

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AV86 1960 Racing Chronograph

Owners widely praise the AV86 1960 Racing Chronograph for its Speedmaster-inspired aesthetics and its value at the $400 price point, with one owner calling it "nearly perfect." Some community members note its decent finishing and textured wave dial, making it a fun summer daily wearer. However, one owner questions its value proposition against other quartz chronographs in a similar price bracket, and another suggests better quality alternatives exist for the money, though personal preference for the look is paramount. Overall, owners rate the AV86 1960 Racing Chronograph highly for its Speedmaster-like aesthetics and fun summer wearability at the price.

Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

Owners widely praise the Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black for its immaculate and sophisticated design, flawless finishing, bright lume, and sharp print. The watch is considered a near-ideal practical travel watch, with reviewers highlighting its staggering value at $249, featuring a grade 5 titanium case, sapphire crystals, and a ceramic bezel. The Seiko VK63 mechaquartz movement is noted for its smooth-sweeping seconds hand. Some owners find the 24-hour subdial redundant, and one owner reports difficulty reading the black hands on the black dial with Chinese numerals. The Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black comes with a hybrid steel and titanium bracelet and an additional black Epsom leather strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black highly for its exceptional value and refined aesthetics.

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