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Tissot Chrono LvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Chrono L
TissotChrono L
MSRP $475
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono L42mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Chrono L40h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Chrono L100m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Chrono L$475
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
10.97mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$475
$428

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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 VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

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