Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished)vsTimex Waterbury Classic Chronograph

Waterbury Classic Chronograph
TimexWaterbury Classic Chronograph

Ref. waterbury-classic-chronograph-40mm-leather-strap-watch-tw2v30800·MSRP $119

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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.

Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished) at true scale

Silverstone (Refurbished)

Timex Waterbury Classic Chronograph at true scale

Waterbury Classic Chronograph

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

11.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

200m

highest

MSRP

$150

$119

lowest

Movement

Seiko VK64

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
n/a
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$150
$119
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Reviews

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Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished)

Owners widely praise the Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished) for its attractive aesthetic, crisp printing, applied indices, legible date wheel, and solid pushers, noting amazing fit and finish for the price point. Some owners find the case feels insubstantial or light, with downward-angled lugs that can dig into the wrist, and a crystal with noticeable edge effects. The 24-hour subdial is also noted as less desirable than sub seconds by some. Overall, owners rate the Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished) highly for its aesthetic appeal and impressive build quality at its price.

Timex Waterbury Classic Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Timex Waterbury Classic Chronograph 40mm Leather Strap Watch for its classic and vintage aesthetic, with particular appreciation for its striking blue dial and gold Roman numerals. The 40mm case is noted for wearing beautifully on smaller wrists, feeling light and refined, while the chronograph functions well and the dial is pleasing. Some owners with smaller wrists wished for a 38mm option, and one owner noted the chronograph measures only up to 30 minutes. The stock leather strap is frequently described as comfortable, supple, and accommodating. Overall, owners rate the Timex Waterbury Classic Chronograph 40mm Leather Strap Watch highly for its appealing design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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