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Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge
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Azimuth · Mecha

Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge

Chronograph

$6,096Sold out

Case

Diameter
43mm
Lug-to-lug
50mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
50m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
Dial colour
Black

Movement

Caliber
Valjoux 7750
Type
Automatic

ETA

The workhorse Swiss automatic chronograph, introduced in 1973 and now made by ETA, using a cam-actuated (coulisse) chronograph with the classic 12-6-9 tri-compax subdial layout and a day-date at 3. It beats at 28,800 vph with around 48 hours of power reserve and is used by brands from Tudor and Sinn to Hamilton and Oris.

Design language

Case shape
tonneau
Dial style
standard
Sub-dials
4
Bezel
none
Bracelet
rubber_strap

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Owners widely praise the Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge for its unique and cool design, with some enjoying its substantial weight and one-of-a-kind nature. However, confusion exists regarding time-telling, with one owner suggesting the top indicator is the hour and the bottom the minute. Some find the 43mm case size makes their wrists look inadequate. Overall, owners consider the Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge a fantastic and rare timepiece for its unique appeal.

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