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Vaer RS1 Rally ChronographvsWilliam Wood Beacon

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RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279
Beacon
William WoodBeacon
MSRP $495

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Beacon41mm
Power Reserve
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Beacon40h
Water Resistance
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
Beacon50m
MSRP
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279
Beacon$495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
41mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Cream
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 762

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$495

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What people say

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Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

William Wood Beacon

The William Wood Beacon is praised for its bold flavors, particularly its prominent oak and rye influence, with tasting notes of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and baking spices, and a long, full finish. Some find its oak-forward profile overwhelming and its MSRP of $300 unreasonable. Overall, owners rate the William Wood Beacon highly for its bold flavors and character, with one owner awarding it a score of 9.4/10.

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