Beijing Watches D301 Bronze Military Chronograph 45mmvsLIV Watches P-51

Ref. beijing-d301-bronze-military-watch-45mm·MSRP $2,699
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Measurements
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D301 Bronze Military Chronograph 45mm

P-51
Diameter
45mm
46mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
52.4mm
Thickness
14mm
lowest
15.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
48h
highest
12h
MSRP
$2,699
$2,200
lowest
Movement
Valjoux 7750
Valjoux 7750
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Beijing Watches D301 Bronze Military Chronograph Watch 45mm for its updated design and legible dial with applied, beveled indices and hands. One owner wishes for a smaller case size, stating they would purchase it immediately if a non-45mm version were available. A criticism notes an awkward date complication implementation and the use of three languages on the dial. Overall, owners rate the Beijing Watches D301 Bronze Military Chronograph Watch 45mm highly for its design and legible dial, with the primary desire being a smaller case option.
Owners widely praise the LIV Watches P-51 for its excellent build quality, attention to detail, and striking pilot design, with many noting that images fail to capture its full appeal. Reviewers highlight its legibility, aided by BGW9 lume and an anti-reflective crystal, and its robust construction, including titanium and matte ceramic options. One owner notes the Valjoux 7750 movement is regulated to within +/- 4 seconds per day. However, one owner expresses concern about lume performance, referencing past discussions about LIV watches, and prices range from $550 to $1931 AUD depending on the specific model and variant. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the LIV Watches P-51 highly for its distinctive design and solid construction at its price point.
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