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RGM Watches Model 455 Classic Chronographs
Case
- Diameter
- 38.2mm
- Thickness
- 13.9mm
- Lug width
- 20mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Water resistance
- 50m
Crystal & dial
- Crystal
- Sapphire
Movement
- Caliber
- Valjoux 7750
- Type
- Automatic
- Hacking
- No
- Hand-winding
- No
- Complications
- Time only
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
- round
- Dial style
- sector
- Sub-dials
- 2
- Bezel
- smooth_polished
- Bracelet
- leather_strap
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Owners praise RGM Watches for its American craftsmanship, rarity, and old-school quality, with some finding the designs mesmerizing and aspirational. The tele and tachy scales are noted as brilliantly done with pure vintage coloring, though the smaller time-register contributes to a diminutive appearance. Some owners find RGM watches special and unusual, appreciating direct interaction with the maker, while others find many designs boring. One owner reported a negative experience, finding their RGM diver "horrid," while another "loves" their RGM 801-COE SW. On balance, owners rate RGM Watches highly for its unique American craftsmanship and bespoke potential, despite a high price point.
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