Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mmvsWISE AD8 Chronograph

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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.

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

Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

WISE AD8 Chronograph at true scale

AD8 Chronograph

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.9mm

lowest

47.8mm

Thickness

14.7mm

13.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

52h

highest

45h

MSRP

$8,700

n/a

Movement

Omega 3330

Seiko NE86

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
14.7mm
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
47.75mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Steel & Yellow Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
Dial Color
Silver
Light pink gradient grey

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Omega 3330
Seiko NE86
Power Reserve
52h
45h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,700
n/a
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Reviews

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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.

WISE AD8 Chronograph

Owners widely praise the WISE AD8 Chronograph for its superb fit and finish, unique dial, elegant case design, and outstanding lume, with many considering it a significant step up in quality for the brand. It is noted for keeping great time, with one owner reporting +2 seconds per day. Some owners find it a bit pricey for the specifications, though others feel the price is right, and availability can be an issue. Overall, owners rate the WISE AD8 Chronograph highly for its exceptional build quality and aesthetic appeal at its price point.

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