Corniche Corniche ChronographvsTissot Telemeter 1938
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Measurements
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Corniche Chronograph

Telemeter 1938
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
lowest
13.8mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
n/a
68h
MSRP
$425
lowest
$2,400
Movement
Seiko VK64
Tissot Valjoux A05.231
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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 Tissot Telemeter 1938 for its vintage-inspired design, handsome dial finishing, and the value it offers as a mechanical chronograph. The automatic Tissot Valjoux A05.231 movement, with its 68-hour power reserve, is noted positively, and some owners describe the movement as feeling "alive." The watch features a polished stainless steel case, monopushers, and a double-sided anti-reflective coating. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as being too large for the retro aesthetic, with many wishing for a smaller variant, and its 30-meter water resistance is considered poor. The pusher feel is described as sharp but slightly stiff, and the average accuracy is reported at +6 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Telemeter 1938 highly for its attractive vintage design and good value, despite concerns about its case size.
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