Wayforth Voyager Ref.vsWISE AD8 Chronograph
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Measurements
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Voyager Ref.
AD8 Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.8mm
lowest
Thickness
11.3mm
lowest
13.7mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
n/a
45h
MSRP
$376
n/a
Movement
Seiko VK64
Seiko NE86
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
Owners widely praise the WISE AD8 Chronograph for its superb fit and finish, unique dial, elegant case design, and outstanding lume, with many considering it a significant step up in quality for the brand. It is noted for keeping great time, with one owner reporting +2 seconds per day. Some owners find it a bit pricey for the specifications, though others feel the price is right, and availability can be an issue. Overall, owners rate the WISE AD8 Chronograph highly for its exceptional build quality and aesthetic appeal at its price point.
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