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Sugess Chrono Master S438vsRolex Cosmograph Daytona

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Chrono Master S438
SugessChrono Master S438
MSRP $549
Cosmograph Daytona
RolexCosmograph Daytona
MSRP $80,450
What people say

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Sugess Chrono Master S438

Owners widely praise the Sugess Chrono Master S438 for its attractive finishing and decorated movement, representing tremendous value and a legitimate alternative to luxury Swiss brands. The 40mm case fits comfortably on average wrists, and the "Ice Silver White Panda" dial is considered both classy and sporty. One owner notes that quality can be inconsistent with Chinese watches. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Chrono Master S438 highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Owners widely praise the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona for its comfortable 40mm case, superior bracelet and clasp, and continuous movement improvements, with some finding it sleeker and more luxurious than alternatives. Reviewers note a subtly increased 40mm case size, balanced lugs, and a tweaked dial for improved legibility, incorporating a steel ring around the ceramic bezel. Some owners find the finishing not worth the MSRP for a steel sports watch, citing the hidden movement and subpar decorations, while others consider it absolutely not worth the current market price. Owners are split on dial preference, with some preferring the black dial for its sleekness and classiness, while others favor the white dial for its sporty, classic appearance and contrast. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its wearability and refined finishing, despite some finding the price steep.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Master S43840mm
Cosmograph Daytona40mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Master S43835h
Cosmograph Daytona72h
Water Resistance
Chrono Master S4385m
Cosmograph Daytona100m
MSRP
Chrono Master S438$549
Cosmograph Daytona$80,450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
18 kt white gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
5m
100m
Caseback
Display
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
S438 White
Turquoise
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
ST19
4131
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
35h
72h
Jewels
25
47
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Power reserve indicator
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$80,450
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