Pequignet Royale Paris Chrono - 39,5 mmvsSeagull 1963 Series "Wind Chaser" Chronograph 40mm


Ref. seagull-journey-series-luminous-chronograph-sport-mens-mechanical-watch-2023·MSRP $684
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Measurements
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Royale Paris Chrono - 39,5 mm

1963 Series "Wind Chaser" Chronograph 40mm
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.6mm
Thickness
12.7mm
lowest
14.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
n/a
42h
MSRP
$6,450
$684
lowest
Movement
Calibre Initial® Chronograph
Seagull ST1901
Case
5 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Pequignet Royale Paris Chrono - 39,5 mm is praised for its handsome, modern design with classical elements, featuring a pleasant 39.5mm case and a nicely finished dial with mixed textures. Reviewers highlight its contemporary opaline matte off-white dial with a distinctive circular trench and faceted hour markers, protected by a sapphire crystal. The watch utilizes a cam-actuated chronograph movement developed with a Swiss manufacture, noted for being more shock-resistant than column-wheel systems. Overall, reviewers find the Pequignet Royale Paris Chrono - 39,5 mm to be a handsome and well-finished modern watch with classical appeal.
Owners widely praise the Seagull 1963 Series "Wind Chaser" Chronograph 40mm for its historical significance, attractive appearance, and value, with many appreciating the view of the ST1901 movement through the display caseback. The polished case is well-finished, the signed crown operates beautifully, and the chronograph pushers engage smoothly and accurately. Owners also note the secure feel of time setting and manual winding, and the applied markers are described as beautiful. However, some owners find the manual-winding movement inconvenient, requiring daily winding, and one owner reported the ST19 movement was difficult to wind. The 40mm case size is considered small for a chronograph by some, and one owner found it slightly too large for their wrist. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting significant time loss after two days of wear, while others found it ran well.
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