Ruhla ChronographvsTAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph faceted/octagonal SPEED chronograph 43mm (crown-guard case)
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Chronograph

Formula 1 Chronograph faceted/octagonal SPEED chronograph 43mm (crown-guard case)
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
14mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
MSRP
$496
lowest
$2,100
Movement
Miyota 6S20
Quartz
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners find the Ruhla Chronograph to be a fun and reasonably priced watch with an impressive quality for its cost, though some describe its operation as somewhat cumbersome. One owner notes the red seconds hand functions as the stopwatch and resets when the pusher is activated, while another points out the absence of seconds markings on the dial as a notable issue. On balance, owners appreciate the Ruhla Chronograph for its unique design and value, despite minor operational quirks.
Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph faceted/octagonal SPEED chronograph 43mm (crown-guard case) for its cool design, solid construction, and versatility as a daily watch, with many finding it wears smaller than its 43mm case size and offers good value. The stopwatch function is noted as fun, and the double date windows are considered a cool feature by some. However, a significant portion of owners express reservations about the quartz movement, deeming the price point too high for a battery-powered watch, and some find the plastic case design reminiscent of a child's watch. One owner experienced a loss of timekeeping accuracy after several years, and difficulty with battery replacement is mentioned. The fixed bezel is seen as a drawback by one owner, and the resin straps are noted as prone to splitting.
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