Militado Chronograph ML23vsTimex Marlin Chronograph Tachymeter

Chronograph ML23
MilitadoChronograph ML23

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

Marlin Chronograph Tachymeter
TimexMarlin Chronograph Tachymeter

Ref. marlin-chronograph-tachymeter-40mm-leather-strap-watch-tw2y66600·MSRP $219

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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

Timex Marlin Chronograph Tachymeter at true scale

Marlin Chronograph Tachymeter

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

48mm

Thickness

12.7mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$139

lowest

$219

Movement

Seiko VK64

Quartz

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12.7mm
n/a
Material
316L stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Acrylic

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
n/a
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$139
$219
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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.

Timex Marlin Chronograph Tachymeter

Owners widely praise the Timex Marlin Chronograph Tachymeter 40mm Leather Strap Watch for its accessible price and vintage-inspired, mid-century design, with many finding it an awesome watch that is hard to beat for the money. The glassbox aesthetic and steel case are frequently highlighted as attractive features. The stock leather strap is considered surprisingly good and complements the watch well, though some owners also find the bracelet to be good. One owner notes the acrylic crystal scratches very easily. Some owners express concern about the 40mm case and 46.3mm lug-to-lug measurement fitting smaller wrists. One owner laments its quartz movement and 24-hour subdial. Overall, owners rate the Timex Marlin Chronograph Tachymeter 40mm Leather Strap Watch highly for its vintage styling and value.

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