Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Line 2 Mesh Black MattevsSeiko Astron

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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.

Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Line 2 Mesh Black Matte at true scale

Chronograph Line 2 Mesh Black Matte

Seiko Astron at true scale

Astron

Diameter

42.5mm

43.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49.5mm

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

13.4mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$299

lowest

$2,700

Movement

Seiko VD57

Seiko 5X83

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
43.3mm
Thickness
10.3mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Crafted from hypoallergenic 316L stainless steel and scratch-resistant, sapphire-hardened mineral glass. Water-resistant up to 5 ATM.
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
Painted
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko VD57
Seiko 5X83
Jewels
0
14
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$2,700
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Reviews

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Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Line 2 Mesh Black Matte

Owners widely praise the Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Line 2 Mesh Black Matte Ndash Lilienthal Berlin North America for its excellent quality and design, distinguishing it from fashion watches. One owner highlights the sub-dial for the second hand as a cool feature, and another finds the 42.5mm case fits well after bracelet adjustment. While some owners report long delivery times and poor communication, many find the watches to be good value, selling for under half of retail. On balance, owners rate the Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Line 2 Mesh Black Matte Ndash Lilienthal Berlin North America highly for its quality and design at its price point.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its impressive timekeeping technology and grab-and-go convenience, with many appreciating its lightweight titanium build and well-finished case and bracelet. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dynamic and detailed dials, often comparing their execution to higher-end brands. The solar-powered quartz movement with GPS time sync is a significant draw for its accuracy and ease of use, especially for travelers. However, some owners find the price point of around $2000 to $2400 too high when compared to luxury mechanical watches or smartwatches, and one owner noted disappointing accuracy of +13 seconds per month for its cost. Other points of contention include recessed buttons requiring a tool and a push-pull crown with a non-screw-down caseback raising water resistance concerns for some.

From video reviewers

The watch's automatic time zone adjustment via GPS is a notable feature. The watch's solar-powered charging system can take up to 6 months to fully charge, which may not be ideal for users who need a quick power boost.

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