Chronotechna NanoBlackvsChronotechna SeaQuest
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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.
NanoBlack
SeaQuest
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.9mm
47.7mm
lowest
Thickness
11.7mm
lowest
12.4mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
41h
highest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Chronotechna NanoBlack is noted for its pigment issues, with over 50% of the NanoBlack and VantaBlack pigments being rejected and requiring dial recalls and repainting. On balance, the Chronotechna NanoBlack is not rated well due to significant pigment and dial issues.
Chronotechna SeaQuest owners and reviewers praise its build quality and value, with one owner finding it worth its 399 Euro price. The watch features a 42mm steel case, a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement, and 300m water resistance. However, opinions diverge on the dial and lume; one reviewer highlights a striking blue gradient dial, while an owner criticizes the "blackest black" NanoBlack dial for being hard to read and notes iffy lume. On balance, owners rate the Chronotechna SeaQuest well for its build quality and value, despite mixed opinions on dial legibility and lume.
The watch's super-black coating provides exceptional legibility due to its ultra-low reflectance. Reviewers did not identify any shared weaknesses.
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