Swiss Military Hanowa ANCHORAGE CHRONOvsWayforth Voyager Ref. V1.01

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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.

Swiss Military Hanowa ANCHORAGE CHRONO at true scale

ANCHORAGE CHRONO

Wayforth Voyager Ref. V1.01 at true scale

Voyager Ref. V1.01

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

n/a

11.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$540

$376

lowest

Movement

Ronda 5030.D

Seiko VK64

Case

5 specs
Category
Watch
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
n/a
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5030.D
Seiko VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$540
$376
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Swiss Military Hanowa ANCHORAGE CHRONO

Owners widely praise the Swiss Military Hanowa ANCHORAGE CHRONO for its distinctive design details, such as the flag emblem, and its value proposition, with one owner noting it has held up exceptionally well over 10 years of rough use. The brand's customer support is also highlighted for its responsiveness, with one instance of a free replacement for an out-of-warranty watch. Some owners consider the brand to make quality, reliable products that are underappreciated in their price bracket. However, one owner found the finishing sub-standard, leading to the sale of two models, while another expressed uncertainty about water resistance beyond light splashes despite a 50m rating. One user also reported an inability to activate the chronograph function. On balance, owners rate the Swiss Military Hanowa ANCHORAGE CHRONO highly for its distinctive design and perceived value, despite some reservations about finishing and functionality.

Wayforth Voyager Ref. V1.01

Owners widely praise the Wayforth Voyager Ref. V1.01 for its excellent build quality, thoughtful design, and top-tier customer service, with some calling it a sleeper hit. The 41mm quartz chronograph is noted for its great fit and finish, and the white subdials and track on the black and gold variant are considered a nice touch that lightens its appearance. Overall, owners rate the Wayforth Voyager Ref. V1.01 highly for its build quality and design at the price point.