Victorinox Swiss Army Classic Chronograph Gents Watch Features
- Swiss-made quartz chronograph movement
- Scratch-resistant triple-coated anti-reflective sapphire crystal
- Screw-in caseback
- Date calendar
- Allows 1/10th of a second timing 60-second and 30-minute counters
- Tachymeter scale
- Split timing
I was gifted the Victorinox Swiss Army Classic Chronograph Gents Watch by a friend on my birthday. I’ve always had the desire to own a Swiss Army watch and it didn’t disappoint! The watch is a beautiful blend of ruggedness and exquisite craftsmanship. The grey graded dial suits almost every kind of attire and though the watch seemed a bit on the heavier side, that could be entirely due to my habit of wearing lighter watches in the past. The dial of the watch is grey in color with a pattern of whitish dots that add to the aesthetic appeal. However, I found that this pattern hinders the viewing angles quite significantly. The numbers are written in large, well spaced Arabic numerals with a luminous glow which was unexpectedly bright in the dark.
As far as functionality of this watch goes, it shows the time, date and has a chronograph. The movement isn’t exclusive as it is a battery operated Swiss quartz movement, requiring manual replacement when the battery runs out. Chronograph functions include 1/10th second precision and a 30 minute dial with a large seconds hand for easy reading, though the seconds hand was on the smaller side. There is also the split function which is ideal for timing laps. The date window is conveniently placed at the 4’o clock position and shows just one number so there is no chance of misreading even from an angle. However, it needs to be reset at the end of months that have fewer than 31 days.
I found the build quality of this watch to be top notch. The hardened steel has been designed to withstand shocks and the linked stainless steel bracelet is not only very comfortable to wear but suits any occasion; formal or casual. It is secured by a double-locking clasp which ensures extra protection during rough use. The bezel has a tachymeter scale which is useful for calculating the speed. All one needs to do is start the tachymeter, measure a kilometer and the speed is calibrated into a km/h format.
The Victorinox Swiss Army Classic Chronograph Gents Watch is perfect for me i.e. someone who just wants simple functions with an elegant appeal. I can’t think of any major aspects of the watch which are a potential deal breaker but removal of the pattern on the dial would certainly be helpful. Additionally, as I mentioned before, the watch isn’t the lightest one around.
Victorinox Swiss Army Classic Chronograph Gents Watch Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Great build quality
- Amazing aesthetic appeal
- Functionally sound
Cons:
- Pattern on dial reduces readability
- Date calendar needs resetting
