Bulova CURV Chronograph/ClassicvsZelos ZX-4 Mechaquartz Chronograph

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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.

Bulova CURV Chronograph/Classic at true scale

CURV Chronograph/Classic

Zelos ZX-4 Mechaquartz Chronograph at true scale

ZX-4 Mechaquartz Chronograph

Diameter

44mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49mm

Thickness

n/a

16mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

MSRP

n/a

$549

Movement

NR20

Valjoux 7750

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
43mm
Thickness
n/a
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Lug Width
25mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
NR20
Valjoux 7750

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$549
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Reviews

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

Bulova CURV Chronograph/Classic

Owners widely praise the Bulova CURV Men's Chronograph/Classic Watch for its unique curved design, comfortable wearability, and impressive accuracy from its high-frequency quartz movement. The racing-track aesthetic of the dial is noted as balanced and subtle, with light playing nicely on its surface. Some owners appreciate the display back, even on a quartz movement, and find the timekeeping exceptional. However, the 44mm case size is considered large by some, and the absence of a central sweeping second hand and date complication is a noted drawback. One owner also reported issues with chronograph hands eventually stopping. The clasp and rubber strap are described as annoying to put on, though comfortable once secured, and the small seconds hand's 2Hz beat rate is noted for battery conservation. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bulova CURV Men's Chronograph/Classic Watch highly for its innovative curved design and exceptional accuracy at its price point.

Zelos ZX-4 Mechaquartz Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Zelos ZX-4 Mechaquartz Chronograph for its value, noting its mechaquartz movement that combines quartz accuracy with a mechanical chronograph function, and its instant mechanical reset. The watch features a 43mm case with a 47mm lug-to-lug measurement and a 16mm height, arriving with a four-watch pouch and two distressed leather straps. Some owners clarify that while the reset is mechanical, the chronograph function is powered by a stepper motor, not a fully mechanical chronograph. Overall, owners rate the Zelos ZX-4 Mechaquartz Chronograph highly for its accessible price point and the functional blend of quartz and mechanical elements in its chronograph.