Farasute 2324BvsNivada Grenchen Chronoking Mecaquartz

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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.

Farasute 2324B at true scale

2324B

Nivada Grenchen Chronoking Mecaquartz at true scale

Chronoking Mecaquartz

Diameter

39mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

12.2mm

lowest

13.4mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$179

lowest

$645

Movement

Seiko VK64

Seiko VK64

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
12.2mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Finish
n/a
Brushed + Polished
Caseback
n/a
316L Steel Silver Color Caseback

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Silver Vertical Brushed dial, Applied indexes w/ White Super Luminous, Semi-Glossy White inner ring w/ Black Super Luminous dots.

Movement

1 specs
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$179
$645
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Reviews

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

Farasute 2324B

Owners widely praise the Farasute 2324B for its high-end finishing, with one owner stating it is near perfect and on par with other respected brands. The angular case shape and distinctive coin-edge design are noted as facilitating this level of finishing and setting the watch apart with a clear, uncluttered dial. However, one owner feels the premium price is unwarranted, finding the design and specifications identical to a less expensive alternative. Another owner found previously used "Classic and Creative" text on the dial to be "cheesy" and detracting from the aesthetic. Overall, owners rate the Farasute 2324B highly for its exceptional finishing and distinctive design, despite some concerns about its pricing relative to competitors.

Nivada Grenchen Chronoking Mecaquartz

The Nivada Grenchen Chronoking Mecaquartz is widely praised for its 38mm case size, vintage aesthetic, and reliable chronograph function, with some owners appreciating its 100m water resistance and the 12:00 date window. Reviewers note extensive Super-LumiNova application for excellent legibility, and the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement is considered reliable. Some owners find the watch too small or the case shape not to their liking, while others find it overly complicated. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nivada Grenchen Chronoking Mecaquartz highly for its versatile vintage design and reliable chronograph function at its price point.