Lima Watch KronosprintervsRoue TPS

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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.

Lima Watch Kronosprinter at true scale

Kronosprinter

Roue TPS at true scale

TPS

Diameter

37mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

10mm

lowest

13.4mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$290

lowest

$420

Movement

Seiko VK64

Seiko VK63

Case

4 specs
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
K1
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Orange and grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Seiko VK63
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$420
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Reviews

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

Lima Watch Kronosprinter

The Lima Watch Kronosprinter is praised for its original, Bauhaus-inspired "squircle" design and colorful aesthetic. Owners note the reliable Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement and 50m water resistance. A drawback cited by reviewers is the K1 mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire, and the included strap is described as stiff and short. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Lima Watch Kronosprinter offers a solid ownership experience for its price, largely due to its unique design.

Roue TPS

Owners widely praise the Roue TPS for its fun, eye-catching, and motorsport-inspired design, with many singling out the dial colors and retro-funk aesthetic as highlights. Reviewers and owners alike note the solid build quality and value, especially under 300 euro, with the Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement's chronograph functions considered useful for everyday tasks. Some owners find the watch wears larger than its 40mm case size, and there is a preference among some for a full sapphire crystal over the domed mineral crystal with sapphire coating. One owner reported significant condensation issues. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Roue TPS highly for its distinctive design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The triple-layer dial construction and value at the price point are strengths. No shared weaknesses were identified.

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