Duckworth Prestex Chronograph 42 QuartzvsStraton Classic Driver

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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.

Duckworth Prestex Chronograph 42 Quartz at true scale

Chronograph 42 Quartz

Straton Classic Driver at true scale

Classic Driver

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48.5mm

48mm

lowest

Thickness

13mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

MSRP

$660

$299

lowest

Movement

Miyota 6S21

Miyota 6S21

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$660
$299
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Duckworth Prestex Chronograph 42 Quartz

Owners widely praise Duckworth's customer service, with one owner highlighting a hassle-free strap replacement. The Duckworth Prestex Chronograph 42 Quartz is noted as a good timekeeper with seemingly solid build quality and comfortable wearability, appreciated for its unique design elements like Arabic numerals and a cushion case. Some owners find it a great alternative to other luxury watches, though one owner felt it appeared larger than expected. A peculiar crystal edge treatment was also noted. Overall, owners rate the Duckworth Prestex Chronograph 42 Quartz highly for its customer service and solid build quality.

Straton Classic Driver

Owners appreciate the Straton Classic Driver's 40mm case size and sapphire crystal with anti-AR coating, which complements the off-white dial. However, one owner found the bracelet unsatisfactory and the finishing comparable to a less expensive watch, leading to it being sold. The Straton Classic Driver is considered more substantial to wear than some alternatives. Overall, owners find the Straton Classic Driver to be a well-sized watch with a good crystal, though finishing and bracelet quality are points of contention for some.

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