Straton Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watchvsLongines CONQUEST CHRONOGRAPH

Owners widely praise the Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch for its great retro feel, TV-shaped case, and fun color combinations. The automatic version is reported to be accurate at approximately +2 seconds per day. The meca-quartz model starts at $320, while the automatic is around $800 with a bracelet, both featuring a 40.8mm lug-to-lug measurement for wearability. Owners consider the quartz version reasonably priced, with its value linked to its mechanical movement. Overall, owners rate the Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch highly for its retro aesthetic and wearability at its price point.

Owners widely praise the Longines CONQUEST CHRONOGRAPH as a stylish, solid, and easy-to-use automatic chronograph with a bold, sporty design suitable for everyday wear. Accuracy is considered good for a mechanical watch, with one owner reporting -3.3 seconds per day, within typical specifications. However, some owners find the 42mm case, at 14mm to 14.3mm thick, wears larger than expected and feels top-heavy, with one suggesting the movement could be improved with a flyback function. Overall, owners rate the Longines CONQUEST CHRONOGRAPH highly for its stylish design and solid everyday wearability at its price point.