Militado Chronograph ML23vsOmega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

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

Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm at true scale

Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

44.9mm

lowest

Thickness

12.7mm

lowest

14.7mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

52h

MSRP

$139

lowest

$8,700

Movement

Seiko VK64

Omega 3330

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.7mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
44.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L stainless steel
Steel & Yellow Gold
Finish
n/a
Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
n/a
Silver

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Omega 3330
Type
Meca-Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
52h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$139
$8,700
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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.

Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

Owners widely praise the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm for its refined 38mm sizing, which offers a perfect fit on smaller wrists and an updated design compared to older models. The sunburst dial is considered excellent, and the automatic movement delivers chronometer accuracy of approximately -1 second per day. Some owners find the watch to be not too big, though a few note it can appear thicker than expected and describe it as "blingier" in person than stock photos suggest. A drawback mentioned is the pin-operated date change mechanism, which prevents on-the-go adjustments, and the lack of a screw-down crown. On balance, owners rate the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm highly for its wearability and updated aesthetic on smaller wrists.

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