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Tissot Chrono LvsTimefactors Speedbird GMT

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What people say

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Tissot Chrono L

Owners widely praise the Tissot Chrono L's attractive, expensive-looking design and vintage style, with some regretting its discontinuation. However, several owners report issues with misaligned subdials and date windows, and one noted the chronograph second hand moved when stationary. Visibility in bright daylight is a drawback due to a shiny dial and reflective hands, and the signed buckle logo is a decal that easily rubs off. Some owners find the Tissot Chrono XL variants too large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono L's aesthetic appeal and vintage charm, despite some concerns regarding dial alignment and legibility.

Timefactors Speedbird GMT

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Speedbird GMT for its quality and value, with many appreciating its 36mm case size for wearability and its surprisingly good bracelet. Some owners note the GMT function is on an inner ring, and one owner found the date wheel sunken. The watch is noted for its classic aesthetic and is considered a good value, though purchasing requires patience due to limited order windows. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors Speedbird GMT highly for its wearability and value at the price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono L42mm
Speedbird GMT36mm
Power Reserve
Chrono L
Speedbird GMT
Water Resistance
Chrono L100m
Speedbird GMT100m
MSRP
Chrono L$475
Speedbird GMT$315

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
10.97mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
42.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Arabic
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
Super Luminova X1 C3

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
13.25'
Ronda 515
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$475
$315
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