Roue TPS ChronographvsTimex Waterbury Ace 41mm Leather Strap Watch

Ref. waterbury-ace-41mm-leather-strap-watch-tw2y18900·MSRP $189
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Measurements
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TPS Chronograph

Waterbury Ace 41mm Leather Strap Watch
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Thickness
13.4mm
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
200m
highest
MSRP
$490
$189
lowest
Movement
Seiko VK63
Quartz
Case
5 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The ROUE TPS Chronograph is widely praised for its surprising quality and value, with owners and reviewers highlighting its retro-funk dial design and the functionality of its Seiko VK63 mecaquartz movement. The 40mm case size is generally appreciated, though some owners feel it wears larger than its dimensions suggest due to lug flatness. Criticisms include shy lume, an unhelpful 24-hour sub-register, and a desire for a sapphire crystal. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the ROUE TPS Chronograph highly for its fun, eye-catching design and solid build at a reasonable price point.
The Timex Waterbury Ace 41mm Leather Strap Watch is praised for its light and elegant feel, quiet quartz movement, and classy look. Owners appreciate its dial and size, with one noting the minutes scale's slow, floating reset. The 41mm case with 200m water resistance and a screw-down crown is a common point of discussion. Some owners find the leather strap stiff or too short, leading to awkward wear, and one owner replaced it. Overall, owners rate the Timex Waterbury Ace 41mm Leather Strap Watch highly for its elegant design and value, despite some reservations about the stock strap.
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