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Tissot Chrono LvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Chrono L
TissotChrono L
MSRP $475
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono L42mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Chrono L40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Chrono L100m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Chrono L$475
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
10.97mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Arabic
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$475
$279

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What people say

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Tissot Chrono L

Owners widely praise the Tissot Chrono L's attractive, expensive-looking design and vintage style, with some regretting its discontinuation. However, several owners report issues with misaligned subdials and date windows, and one noted the chronograph second hand moved when stationary. Visibility in bright daylight is a drawback due to a shiny dial and reflective hands, and the signed buckle logo is a decal that easily rubs off. Some owners find the Tissot Chrono XL variants too large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono L's aesthetic appeal and vintage charm, despite some concerns regarding dial alignment and legibility.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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