Straton Yacht Racer QuartzvsTimex Waterbury Chronograph
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Measurements
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Yacht Racer Quartz
Waterbury Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Thickness
12mm
lowest
13mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$349
$249
lowest
Movement
Miyota 6S21
Quartz
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Straton Yacht Racer Quartz is praised for its fun, colorful, and quirky chronograph design, offering exceptional value under $300. Owners report the watch is in excellent condition with flawless sapphire crystal and lumed bezel, showing no visible scratches, scuffs, or dings. Some find the 42mm case a bit wide, and it utilizes a Miyota quartz movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Straton Yacht Racer Quartz highly for its retro design and value proposition.
Owners widely praise the Timex Waterbury Chronograph for its attractive vintage two-subdial chronograph design and balanced aesthetic. The INDIGLO feature is noted as a pleasant surprise and functions excellently, while the chronograph itself operates well. Some owners desire a sapphire crystal and improved water resistance. One owner finds the chronograph variant's lack of a small seconds hand unusual. Overall, owners rate the Timex Waterbury Chronograph highly for its vintage looks and functional chronograph at an affordable price.
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