Bulova Racer ChronographvsKnot Watches CC-39ASV

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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 Racer Chronograph at true scale

Racer Chronograph

Knot Watches CC-39ASV at true scale

CC-39ASV

Diameter

42mm

39mm

Thickness

n/a

9mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

MSRP

n/a

$181

Movement

Quartz

Seiko YM91

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
n/a
9mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Dark Grey

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko YM91

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$181
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Reviews

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

Bulova Racer Chronograph

Owners praise the Bulova Black Dial Leather Strap Racer Chronograph 98B427 for its fresh racing chronograph designs and dial aesthetics. Some owners find the 42mm case size larger than preferred. The faux-rally strap's non-functional perforations are noted, and one owner suggests the chronograph function may only track seconds, not fractions. Some anticipate price drops due to its quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Bulova Black Dial Leather Strap Racer Chronograph 98B427 positively for its racing-inspired dial aesthetics, though some find the case size large and the strap design questionable.

Knot Watches CC-39ASV

Owners praise the Knot Watches CC-39ASV for its solid build quality, clean aesthetic, and the small seconds hand accurately hitting its markers. The watch is considered to offer superior quality compared to other brands at a similar price point. However, one owner reported poor timekeeping and a lack of customer service response. Another owner found the included strap too narrow and disliked that the "sample battery" requires sending the watch back for replacement. The mesh strap is comfortable and the watch's low weight makes it easy to wear, though the strap width is slightly undersized for standard 18mm straps. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches CC-39ASV positively for its build quality and aesthetic, despite some concerns regarding timekeeping and strap fit.