Stowa Chrono Black Forest MoonvsTrintec COM-01 Chronograph

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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.

Stowa Chrono Black Forest Moon at true scale

Chrono Black Forest Moon

Trintec COM-01 Chronograph at true scale

COM-01 Chronograph

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

50.2mm

lowest

54mm

Thickness

14.7mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

n/a

100m

MSRP

n/a

$500

Movement

ETA/Unitas 6498

Miyota OS20

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14.7mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.2mm
54mm
Material
DLC-coated stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA/Unitas 6498
Miyota OS20
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$500
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Reviews

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Stowa Chrono Black Forest Moon

Owners widely praise the off-white dial with applied numerals and logo on the Stowa Chrono Black Forest Moon. One owner finds the watch a spectacular pilot chronograph, appreciating the company's customer service and value, and considers it a permanent collection piece despite concerns about thickness. The black strap is noted as more versatile than brown options, and the "From the Black Forest" wooden box is a appreciated detail. However, one owner considers the dial ugly. Overall, owners rate the Stowa Chrono Black Forest Moon highly for its dial design and value proposition.

Trintec COM-01 Chronograph

Owners praise the Trintec COM-01 Chronograph / Black for its pilot-style design and high-contrast dial, with one owner noting its resemblance to higher-end brands at a significantly lower price point. Some users, however, question its everyday wearability due to its case size and chunky lugs, with one owner finding the 41mm size less ideal for a pilot's chronograph. Overall, owners appreciate the Trintec COM-01 Chronograph / Black for its distinctive pilot aesthetic and value proposition, though some express reservations about its wearability on smaller wrists.

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