Timex Waterbury Heritage ChronographvsWayforth Voyager Ref.

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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.

Timex Waterbury Heritage Chronograph at true scale

Waterbury Heritage Chronograph

Wayforth Voyager Ref. at true scale

Voyager Ref.

Diameter

39mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

13.5mm

11.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$309

lowest

$376

Movement

Meca-Quartz chronograph

Seiko VK64

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Meca-Quartz chronograph
Seiko VK64
Type
Quartz
Meca-Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$309
$376
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Reviews

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

Timex Waterbury Heritage Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Timex Waterbury Heritage Chronograph 39mm for its stunning looks and affordable price point, with many feeling it punches above its weight class. The 39mm case size is frequently cited as fitting perfectly, and the bracelet is noted for its surprising build quality, comfortable feel, and easy tool-free sizing with solid end-links. The 24-hour chronograph dial can function as a second time zone display when the chronograph is not in use, and the chronograph seconds hand serves as the sole running seconds indicator. However, some owners consider the watch too expensive given its lack of a sapphire crystal and 50m water resistance. One owner reported a defective stopwatch function upon arrival. On balance, owners rate the Timex Waterbury Heritage Chronograph 39mm highly for its exceptional aesthetics and wearability at its price point.

Wayforth Voyager Ref.

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.

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