Corniche Corniche ChronographvsLebois & Co Linéaire Chronograph 324.525

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Measurements
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Corniche Chronograph

Linéaire Chronograph 324.525
Diameter
39mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.4mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
60h
MSRP
$425
lowest
$3,813
Movement
Seiko VK64
LC-450
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Corniche Chronograph for its premium look and finishing, often highlighting its elegant and classy appearance and attractive dial depth, especially considering its price point around $400-$455. The 39mm case size is frequently cited as a positive, though some find it too small. The Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement is noted by some as basic, while others are unbothered by it. One owner flagged a poorly mounted plaque on the case side, and another pointed out a potential misstep with a "mile" marking on the tachymeter scale. Overall, owners rate the Corniche Chronograph highly for its noble and high-quality appearance at the price.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Lebois & Co Linéaire Chronograph 324.525 for its exceptional case finishing, with details like matching pushers and a subtle step between the lug and bezel. The 39mm case is considered to have near-perfect proportions and wears nicely, complemented by a dial featuring varied textures, applied indices, and blued hands. The manual-wind LC-450 movement is noted for its pleasing finishing and smooth chronograph function. Some reviewers wish the case was under 10mm, and one owner found the telemeter scale's fine print affected legibility, while another noted a difference in feel between the chronograph start/stop and reset pushers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Lebois & Co Linéaire Chronograph 324.525 highly for its vintage charm and excellent finishing at its price point.
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