Duxot Vitesse Dual Time ChronographvsSeiko Essentials Chronograph

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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.

Duxot Vitesse Dual Time Chronograph at true scale

Vitesse Dual Time Chronograph

Seiko Essentials Chronograph at true scale

Essentials Chronograph

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.6mm

45.8mm

lowest

Thickness

11.2mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$220

lowest

$415

Movement

Seiko FS26

Seiko 8T63

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.2mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
45.8mm
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko FS26
Seiko 8T63
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Chronograph, GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$220
$415
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Reviews

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

Duxot Vitesse Dual Time Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Duxot Vitesse Dual Time Chronograph for its robust and versatile daily wearability, comfortable fit, and unique dial layout. Some users note the polished bezel can be prone to scratches, though others find it durable and easy to maintain. On balance, owners rate the Duxot Vitesse Dual Time Chronograph highly for its practicality and comfortable fit for daily wear.

Seiko Essentials Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Chronograph for its beautiful and fun dial, with one noting the green dial and gold hands, and another finding the dark greenish dial less impressive than black. The watch is considered a great first watch, comfortable for active wear due to its lightweight nature, and enjoyable for its chronograph function. One owner reported the orange stripe on a stopwatch button expanded and fell off in heat, while another found the 40mm case wore smaller than expected. The Seiko Essentials Chronograph is considered beautiful for its price, especially on the grey market. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Chronograph highly for its attractive dial and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch is praised for its impressive execution and value at its price point. Its 50-meter water resistance is cited as a potential limitation.

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