Roue CHR Chronograph (Tricompax)vsSternglas Tachymeter

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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.

Roue CHR Chronograph (Tricompax) at true scale

CHR Chronograph (Tricompax)

Sternglas Tachymeter at true scale

Tachymeter

Diameter

41.5mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

lowest

50mm

Thickness

10.9mm

10mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

n/a

$312

Movement

Miyota 6S10

Miyota OS20

Case

4 specs
Diameter
41.5mm
42mm
Thickness
10.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
50mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Antique Silver
n/a

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 6S10
Miyota OS20
Power Reserve
0h
n/a
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$312
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Roue CHR Chronograph (Tricompax)

Owners praise the Roue CHR Chronograph (Tricompax) for its attractive dial depth and yellow accents, which reviewers note elevate its appearance beyond its price point. One owner found the watch beautiful and well-executed, although another reported a chronograph minute hand issue. The watch features a Miyota 6S10 quartz movement and 50m water resistance, with comfortable quick-release straps. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Roue CHR Chronograph (Tricompax) to be a visually appealing and well-built watch for its price.

Sternglas Tachymeter

The Sternglas Tachymeter is praised for its sporty chronograph design and wrist presence, offering character without being an overt tool watch. Reviewers note an upscale design with a colored aluminum bezel insert and more colorful dial options compared to its predecessor. The watch is considered good value for its design, functionality, and small-brand cachet, with a charming youthfulness in its colorful dial options. One reviewer points out that the "orange" on one model appears yellow and suggests a tachymeter scale extending to 200 would be more useful than the current 500. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Tachymeter highly for its competitive price and appealing, youthful design.

From video reviewers

The value at the moderate price point is a strength. The use of a meca-quartz movement is a weakness. Reviewers disagree on whether the meca-quartz movement is a drawback.