Laco ChicagovsLIV Watches P-51
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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.

Chicago

P-51
Diameter
44mm
42.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Thickness
15mm
15mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
12h
MSRP
$2,250
$2,150
lowest
Movement
Valjoux 7750
Valjoux 7750
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners praise the Laco Chicago's Type B dial for excellent lume and legibility, with one owner reporting consistent accuracy of +2.5 seconds per day. The manual wind feel is noted as superior to automatics, and the dial-to-sapphire gap is considered improved over some alternatives. One owner states the watch offers good value if the movement is not a primary concern, though some microbrands may offer better deals.
Owners widely praise the LIV Watches P-51 for its excellent build quality, attention to detail, and appealing pilot-watch design, noting its impressive legibility with BGW9 lume and AR-coated crystal. One owner specifically highlights the attractive blue dial with orange accents and the titanium and matte ceramic construction. The Valjoux 7750 movement is regulated to +/- 4 seconds per day, and the watch features 100m water resistance and a ceramic bezel. However, some owners find the price, ranging from $750 to $1931AUD, to be high compared to other Valjoux 775X chronograph options. One owner expressed concern regarding lume performance, citing previous discussions about LIV watches. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the LIV Watches P-51 highly for its construction quality and finishing at the price point.
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