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Tissot Chrono LvsVario Futurist

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Chrono L
TissotChrono L
MSRP $475
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono L42mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Chrono L40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Chrono L100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Chrono L$475
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
10.97mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Purple
Indices
Arabic
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
13 1/4'''
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$475
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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