Bulova Black Dial Leather Strap Racer Chronograph 98B427vsRiley Watch Co Howard Hughes Chronograph - HH01
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Measurements
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Black Dial Leather Strap Racer Chronograph 98B427
Howard Hughes Chronograph - HH01
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
12mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
MSRP
n/a
$468
Movement
Quartz
Seiko VK64
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely praise the Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes Chronograph - HH01 for its retro aviation aesthetic, delightful and quirky pastel color schemes, and nicely laid-out dials, with the color-matched NATO strap also noted as a standout feature. Some owners find the 12mm thickness to be a drawback, and one user dislikes the propeller-inspired logo. The watch utilizes a Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement and has 50m water resistance. On balance, owners rate the Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes Chronograph - HH01 highly for its attractive aesthetic and colorways at its price point.
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