Take a second and think of the names of two to three companies that are respected for their timepieces. Chances are good that names like Tag Hauer occurred to you. It's a real testament to the reputation the Swiss watchmaking industry has earned over a long time. But you might not know that some Swiss watches are much better than others. In this brief article, I'll be giving an unbiased review of the Victorinox's Chrono Classic watch.
I always like to start with the negative stuff to get it out of the way. One little issue that sometimes pops up is with the stop watch feature ("chronograph"). Sometimes, it gets stuck a little off the spot for zero even when you reset it. But this isn't a huge problem and can usually be fixed by recalibrating the watch.
The second issue is not with the watch itself. Just something to be aware of. You can get this watch cheaper on Amazon or at other online dealers, but you'll forfeit Victorinox's three year guarantee. Also, some people have had problems getting their watch fixed if they ordered it from out of the U.S. If either of these situations don't apply, then no worries.
And that's all the negative things about this watch. Seriously! If you don't believe my expert opinion when I say that, then check it out for yourself online. Try to find a really negative review online. You probably won't be able to. That's how good this watch is. It's one of the best-kept secrets of the watch world.
For starters, the watch just reeks of top-of-the-line luxury. It was designed using the Victorinox ethos of understated beauty. It's one of the few watches that actually look better in person on someone's wrist than it does in the picture online, which is a pretty big statement to make.
As for the construction of the watch, it's a very, very solid watch all-around. It has some serious heft to it, but not so much that it'll feel like a ball and chain on your wrist. The watch face is made out of Sapphire crystal, which makes it virtually impossible to scratch or damage. Seriously, this thing can take a good beating and still look new the next day. It also holds its time really well.
The PVD version is one style of this watch that a bunch of people love. The look on the PVD watch is really neat because it bounces light back in a unique way depending on the direction in which the light strikes the watch face. It's also got really neat detailing that makes it a cool piece to have.
In sum, this watch is a really incredible piece of Swiss craftsmanship. Between the incredibly beautiful design and the really solid construction, you'll have people staring at your watch for many years. And it would be hard to find a better deal on a watch since you can get the Chrono Classic for around $300 right now.
I always like to start with the negative stuff to get it out of the way. One little issue that sometimes pops up is with the stop watch feature ("chronograph"). Sometimes, it gets stuck a little off the spot for zero even when you reset it. But this isn't a huge problem and can usually be fixed by recalibrating the watch.
The second issue is not with the watch itself. Just something to be aware of. You can get this watch cheaper on Amazon or at other online dealers, but you'll forfeit Victorinox's three year guarantee. Also, some people have had problems getting their watch fixed if they ordered it from out of the U.S. If either of these situations don't apply, then no worries.
And that's all the negative things about this watch. Seriously! If you don't believe my expert opinion when I say that, then check it out for yourself online. Try to find a really negative review online. You probably won't be able to. That's how good this watch is. It's one of the best-kept secrets of the watch world.
For starters, the watch just reeks of top-of-the-line luxury. It was designed using the Victorinox ethos of understated beauty. It's one of the few watches that actually look better in person on someone's wrist than it does in the picture online, which is a pretty big statement to make.
As for the construction of the watch, it's a very, very solid watch all-around. It has some serious heft to it, but not so much that it'll feel like a ball and chain on your wrist. The watch face is made out of Sapphire crystal, which makes it virtually impossible to scratch or damage. Seriously, this thing can take a good beating and still look new the next day. It also holds its time really well.
The PVD version is one style of this watch that a bunch of people love. The look on the PVD watch is really neat because it bounces light back in a unique way depending on the direction in which the light strikes the watch face. It's also got really neat detailing that makes it a cool piece to have.
In sum, this watch is a really incredible piece of Swiss craftsmanship. Between the incredibly beautiful design and the really solid construction, you'll have people staring at your watch for many years. And it would be hard to find a better deal on a watch since you can get the Chrono Classic for around $300 right now.
About the Author:
Rob Dunwoody writes regularly about men's apparel and accessories. Check out this site for more info on Swiss Army Watches. Or you can find reviews of specific watches at this site.
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