Charlie Paris Watches GR - 24h (39mm quartz)vsTimex Weekender New England Chronograph

Ref. timex-weekender-new-england-chronograph-40mm-leather-strap-watch-tw2y85200·MSRP $189
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Measurements
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GR - 24h (39mm quartz)

Weekender New England Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
9.5mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
MSRP
$320
$189
lowest
Movement
Seiko VH60
Quartz
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Charlie Paris Watches GR - 24h (39mm quartz) for its excellent value, comfortable 39mm case size, and appealing aesthetics, with some specifically noting the applied numerals and crisp dial typography. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the Seiko VH60 quartz movement and 100m water resistance as practical features. One owner notes the seconds hand can be difficult to see against the dial and sometimes misses the markers, while another finds the included strap to be of poor quality. The domed sapphire crystal, while durable, can create reflections, and its lume offers moderate luminescence. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Charlie Paris Watches GR - 24h (39mm quartz) highly for its design and practicality at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Timex Weekender New England Chronograph 40mm Leather Strap Watch as a reliable and fantastic daily driver, with many considering it an overlooked gem and the best chronograph available for under $75. Its affordability is frequently highlighted, with purchase prices ranging from $20 to $40 noted positively, though some owners find prices around $100 to $150 steep for a Timex. The 40mm case is reported to sit well on average wrists, and the stainless steel case is appreciated. One owner finds the ticking noise acceptable, while another specifically notes quiet ticking. The watch is also valued for its quartz accuracy and 50m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Timex Weekender New England Chronograph 40mm Leather Strap Watch highly for its exceptional value and reliable daily wearability at an accessible price point.
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