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Tissot Chrono XL VintagevsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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Chrono XL Vintage
TissotChrono XL Vintage
MSRP $450
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono XL Vintage45mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Chrono XL Vintage40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Chrono XL Vintage100m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Chrono XL Vintage$450
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Thickness
11.02mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Cream
Indices
Arabic
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$279

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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 RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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