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Bremont The Meta KronosvsTissot Heritage 1938

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The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145
Heritage 1938
TissotHeritage 1938
MSRP $925

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Meta Kronos40mm
Heritage 193839mm
Power Reserve
The Meta Kronos40h
Heritage 193838h
Water Resistance
The Meta Kronos30m
Heritage 193850m
MSRP
The Meta Kronos$3,145
Heritage 1938$925

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Steel
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Arabic

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
11 1/2'''
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,145
$925

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What people say

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Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage-inspired design and excellent value, particularly as a COSC-certified automatic under $1000. The dial's ability to catch light and subtly change colors, along with rosy gold numerals, is a frequent highlight. The watch uses a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement, though its 38-hour power reserve is noted as less than some contemporary offerings. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for smaller options. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming retro aesthetics and impressive chronometer movement at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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