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Tissot Chrono XL VintagevsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Chrono XL Vintage
TissotChrono XL Vintage
MSRP $450
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono XL Vintage45mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Chrono XL Vintage40h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Chrono XL Vintage100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Chrono XL Vintage$450
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
45mm
36mm
Thickness
11.02mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Navy
Indices
Arabic
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
13 1/4'''

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$299

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What people say

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Tissot Chrono XL Vintage

The Tissot Chrono XL Vintage is widely appreciated for its retro pilot aesthetic, featuring altimeter-style numerals and a black, white, and bronze dial within a black steel case. Owners consistently praise its excellent lume for the price point. While the 45mm size is noted as substantial, some find it fits surprisingly well even under shirt cuffs, though it is generally considered more of a casual, t-shirt watch. On balance, owners value the Tissot Chrono XL Vintage for its distinctive vintage pilot design and strong lume at its price.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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