Kobold Rattrapante ChronographvsNivada Grenchen Chronomaster Broad Arrow

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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.

Kobold Rattrapante Chronograph at true scale

Rattrapante Chronograph

Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Broad Arrow at true scale

Chronomaster Broad Arrow

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Thickness

16mm

14.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$4,500

$2,085

lowest

Movement

Valjoux 7750

Landeron 70

Case

4 specs
Thickness
16mm
14.55mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Brushed + Polished
Caseback
n/a
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7750
Landeron 70
Type
Automatic
Manual
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,500
$2,085
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Reviews

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

Kobold Rattrapante Chronograph

Owners praise the Kobold Rattrapante Chronograph's high-contrast hands with luminous centers for excellent legibility on the white dial. One owner suggests a blue dial with polished steel subdials would be more interesting. On balance, owners appreciate the Kobold Rattrapante Chronograph for its legibility on the white dial.

Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Broad Arrow

Owners widely praise the Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Broad Arrow for its vintage appeal and wearability, with many highlighting the excellent micro-adjust clasp on its bracelet as a standout feature. The 38mm case size is frequently cited as contributing to its comfortable fit, and some consider it a great value for a vintage-inspired tool watch. However, opinions are split on the brand's heritage and the watch's overall design, with some finding it "too busy" or "unoriginal" while others call it a "cult classic." One owner notes the lume is unimpressive and fades quickly. Overall, owners rate the Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Broad Arrow highly for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 38mm wearability, despite some differing views on its design originality.

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