Tissot Telemeter 1938vsWolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph

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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.

Tissot Telemeter 1938 at true scale

Telemeter 1938

Wolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph at true scale

JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph

Diameter

42mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

13.8mm

12.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

68h

n/a

MSRP

$2,400

$845

lowest

Movement

Tissot Valjoux A05.231

Jeambrun PS 6402

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13.85mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Indices
Arabic
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Tissot Valjoux A05.231
Jeambrun PS 6402
Power Reserve
68h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$845
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Reviews

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Tissot Telemeter 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Telemeter 1938 for its vintage-inspired design, handsome dial finishing, and the value it offers as a mechanical chronograph. The automatic Tissot Valjoux A05.231 movement, with its 68-hour power reserve, is noted positively, and some owners describe the movement as feeling "alive." The watch features a polished stainless steel case, monopushers, and a double-sided anti-reflective coating. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as being too large for the retro aesthetic, with many wishing for a smaller variant, and its 30-meter water resistance is considered poor. The pusher feel is described as sharp but slightly stiff, and the average accuracy is reported at +6 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Telemeter 1938 highly for its attractive vintage design and good value, despite concerns about its case size.

Wolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph for its solid value, durable and reliable construction, and appealing visual design featuring a domed sapphire crystal and fully brushed finish. The case finishing is noted as very nice with great detailing on the bezel and dial, and the bezel action is described as great with accurate alignment. However, some owners report the watch feels top-heavy and wears larger than its 38mm case, with one noting a thickness of 14mm or 14.3mm. Timekeeping varied, with one owner experiencing degradation to +2 minutes per day after the first week. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook JetFlyer Automatic Chronograph highly for its robust build and aesthetic appeal at its price point.

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