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Ikepod Chronopod C006vsAstor + Banks Chrono

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Chronopod C006
IkepodChronopod C006
MSRP $853
Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00644mm
Chrono44mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00640h
Chrono40h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00650m
Chrono100m
MSRP
Chronopod C006$853
Chrono$575

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Ronda 5050.B

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$575

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C006

Owners widely appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C006's exceptional case finishing and dial depth, with some welcoming its Newson-esque design and smooth, lugless case that wears smaller than its 44mm size. Reviewers note the well-designed quartz chronograph offers good value, though one owner found the dial too dark and another felt the price was ridiculous given the quartz movement. Opinions are split on the design, with some finding it polarizing and "nerdy" while others embrace its quirky aesthetic.

Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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