Militado Chronograph ML23vsNivada Grenchen F77 Chrono Mecaquartz

Chronograph ML23
MilitadoChronograph ML23

Ref. militado-miyota-6s21-chronograph-watch-40mm-men-watch-ml23·MSRP $139

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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.

Militado Chronograph ML23 at true scale

Chronograph ML23

Nivada Grenchen F77 Chrono Mecaquartz at true scale

F77 Chrono Mecaquartz

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

46.2mm

lowest

Thickness

12.7mm

12.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$139

lowest

$780

Movement

Seiko VK64

Seiko VK64

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Brushed + Polished + Satin
Caseback
n/a
316L Steel Silver

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue
Lume
None
x1

Movement

1 specs
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$139
$780
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Reviews

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Militado Chronograph ML23

Owners widely praise the Militado Miyota 6S21 Chronograph Watch 40mm Men Watch ML23 for its 40mm case size and the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement, specifically noting the sweeping chronograph seconds hand and the tactile feedback from the pushers. The vertically brushed dial is highlighted as a desirable aesthetic feature. One owner is considering the watch for long-term ownership due to its quartz reliability and aesthetic appeal, though questions exist regarding the long-term durability of the hardened steel and movement under daily use. Overall, owners rate the Militado Miyota 6S21 Chronograph Watch 40mm Men Watch ML23 highly for its smooth chronograph sweep and value.

Nivada Grenchen F77 Chrono Mecaquartz

The Nivada Grenchen F77 Chrono Mecaquartz is praised for its solid case build, well-finished and legible dial with applied indices, and the slimmer profile afforded by its mecaquartz movement. Owners report excellent grip on the ridged screw-down crown and appreciate the domed sapphire crystal. However, the integrated bracelet's connection to the case is criticized for effectively increasing the lug-to-lug distance, potentially alienating those with smaller wrists, and one owner noted abysmal crown action and a gritty winding feel. Accuracy figures range from +1/+2 seconds per day to approximately -6 seconds per day, and opinions are split on the mecaquartz movement, with some viewing it as affordable and reliable, while others find it "cheap." On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nivada Grenchen F77 Chrono Mecaquartz highly for its case build and dial finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The value proposition is a strength, with reviewers positioning it as an affordable alternative to luxury chronographs. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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