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Tissot Chrono XL ClassicvsVario 1918 Trench Brass

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Chrono XL Classic
TissotChrono XL Classic
MSRP $495
1918 Trench Brass
Vario1918 Trench Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono XL Classic45mm
1918 Trench Brass40mm
Power Reserve
Chrono XL Classic40h
1918 Trench Brass40h
Water Resistance
Chrono XL Classic100m
1918 Trench Brass100m
MSRP
Chrono XL Classic$495
1918 Trench Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Thickness
11.02mm
10mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Silver
White
Indices
Arabic
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
13 1/4'''
Miyota 82s5
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$388

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What people say

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Tissot Chrono XL Classic

Owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono XL Classic's pilot aesthetic and altimeter-style numerals, finding its quartz chronograph design clean and versatile. The watch is noted as having a large 45mm size, with one owner seeking feedback on its comfort, accuracy, and durability. On balance, owners view the Tissot Chrono XL Classic as a good entry-level option, with a desire for an automatic movement for battery-free convenience.

Vario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.

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