Automatic chronograph?
I am on a hunt for a good automatic chronograph watch.
Do any of you have any suggestions outside of the Omega Speedmaster which I believe it is a benchmark for all chronograph…please feel free to correct me here.?
I am also not trying to spend $1000 and more for an automatic chronograph if possible…so i am also open to microbrand suggestions.
Or should i just buy a used Omega Speedmaster and be done with my hunt? —- but i am missing all of the fun knowing that some alternative out there are equally cool :)
Care to write it on the comment for your suggestion?
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Antonius Widiarto
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Speedmaster is hand wound so probably not what you are looking for. You can search for something with a Vajoux movement which would be an automatic chronograph movement from ETA. I believe that is what’s in the PRX Chrono and Omega Speedmaster racing 40mm
Ah yes, the real speedmaster is hand wound :). I don't mind the hand wound....but i do have my eye on PRX chrono and Speedmaster broad arrow
An automatic chronograph for 1000 bucks or less is a little tricky. The Seagull 1963 is a fan favorite and thats typically around 250. You will not find anything close to that level of movement for the price but it does have some wuality control issues at times. Otherwise I would consider a vintage chronograph. The Speedy reduced is a great option or a Seiko Pogue or Kakume are great options for the price and have real history and character.
I feel like a chrono below 1k is going to be a tall order without them using a cheap seagull movement. Farer has a couple of cool 38mm chronos for ~$1800-1900
It's probably going to be a little over budget after import fees but it's pretty close https://en.knot-designs.com/collections/atc-40
With todays prices, automatic chronos for less than $1k are tough to come by. Below that price, you can get manual ST19-powered watches all day long, given that it is a Chinese movement. However, for autos in the most affordable end you’re mostly stuck to the Swiss ETA 2894-2 (and derivatives) and the Valjoux 775x series, and it is rare to find watches with those in the back for less than $1k.
Even microbrands using this sort of movements like Straton price these watches at around $1200-$1300. At that range you could find some decent deals on preowned watches like the Tissot Telemeter or the Heritage Chronograph.
🤔. A less quality $1000 Auto chronograph OR an amazing top of tier quartz Chrono for the same$? So many beautiful Chrono watches in that price range + no fixing, servicing or doubting legitimacy.... My 2¢
🤔. A less quality $1000 Auto chronograph OR an amazing top of tier quartz Chrono for the same$? So many beautiful Chrono watches in that price range + no fixing, servicing or doubting legitimacy.... My 2¢
hmmm...it is a good point. What would be a good quartz chrono you would buy?
With todays prices, automatic chronos for less than $1k are tough to come by. Below that price, you can get manual ST19-powered watches all day long, given that it is a Chinese movement. However, for autos in the most affordable end you’re mostly stuck to the Swiss ETA 2894-2 (and derivatives) and the Valjoux 775x series, and it is rare to find watches with those in the back for less than $1k.
Even microbrands using this sort of movements like Straton price these watches at around $1200-$1300. At that range you could find some decent deals on preowned watches like the Tissot Telemeter or the Heritage Chronograph.
i was looking at the tissot prx chrono earlier, but telemeter is nice too.
It's probably going to be a little over budget after import fees but it's pretty close https://en.knot-designs.com/collections/atc-40
wow, this is an excellent watch. I never knew about this brand before and I might consider to buy this one. Do you currently own one from this brand?
An automatic chronograph for 1000 bucks or less is a little tricky. The Seagull 1963 is a fan favorite and thats typically around 250. You will not find anything close to that level of movement for the price but it does have some wuality control issues at times. Otherwise I would consider a vintage chronograph. The Speedy reduced is a great option or a Seiko Pogue or Kakume are great options for the price and have real history and character.
about the seagull 1963...is the one with the swan addition better than the one without the swan?
hmmm...it is a good point. What would be a good quartz chrono you would buy?
Too subjective to individual taste. I like Lunar Pilot, Tissot PRC, Hamilton Intramatic(automatic)... Citizen, Seiko and Orient have some cool options, and don't forget the German brands: Zeppelin, Sinn etc.
https://www.gq.com/story/best-chronograph-watches
https://twobrokewatchsnobs.com/chronograph-watches/
i was looking at the tissot prx chrono earlier, but telemeter is nice too.
The PRX chrono is nice, but slender wrists beware. It is a chunky watch. I’m a small-wristed 40 mm PRX wearer and the chrono version looked ridiculous on me when I tried it on. It’s the day I decided I wouldn’t be upgrading to the chrono version.
wow, this is an excellent watch. I never knew about this brand before and I might consider to buy this one. Do you currently own one from this brand?
No but there are reviews out there about it.
Save & get the automatic Speedmaster, not the professional. It's cheaper and you'll still have the ultimate mechanical chronograph 👍
The PRX chrono is nice, but slender wrists beware. It is a chunky watch. I’m a small-wristed 40 mm PRX wearer and the chrono version looked ridiculous on me when I tried it on. It’s the day I decided I wouldn’t be upgrading to the chrono version.
Yes it is chunky looking at the measurement and that was the only thing preventing me to buy one for the moment…thanks for sharing it
Straton Speciale Valjoux 7750 Auto with the Black Friday discount gets you bang on budget BFCM2023
Baltic?
Baltic?
Does baltic has a chrono?
Baltic?
I meant baltic chrono below $1000?
Just curious..any of you know a brand called : Zeppelin? Chrono…automatic…looks good on the design…seems like it ticks a lot of boxes
I meant baltic chrono below $1000?
Yes alot of options and i think they are all beutiful you can choose to be bracelet, open back! Alot of options!!