Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mmvsTAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Skipper

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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

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Skipper at true scale

Carrera Chronograph Skipper

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.9mm

n/a

Thickness

14.7mm

13.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

52h

80h

highest

MSRP

$23,300

$7,550

lowest

Movement

Omega 3330

TAG Heuer TH20-06

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
14.7mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
20.7mm
Material
18kt Sedna Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel
Steel Fine-Brushed/Polished

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Omega 3330
TAG Heuer TH20-06
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
52h
80h
Complications
Chronograph
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$23,300
$7,550
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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 suitability for smaller wrists and its attractive sunburst dial, with some noting its timeless design and technical improvements. However, opinions are divided on its thickness, with some finding it chunky and others considering its dimensions perfect. The integrated date corrector, requiring a pin, is frequently cited as a hassle by users. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm for its refined design and wearability on smaller wrists, despite differing views on its case thickness.

TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Skipper

The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Skipper is widely praised for its vibrant, summery aesthetic, with its unique color palette and tri-color minutes subdial drawing consistent admiration from owners and reviewers alike. The 39mm "Glassbox" case design is frequently highlighted for its wearability, though opinions on its perceived size are split, with some finding it wears smaller than expected and others feeling it is too petite, particularly at its price point. The TH20-06 automatic movement is noted for its robustness and an 80-hour power reserve, and the watch offers 100m water resistance. Some commenters find the dial busy, while others praise its quality, finishing, and comfortable strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Skipper highly for its distinctive design and historical connection, with its unique dial and case construction being the primary drivers of appreciation.