This is a reader ranking in which readers are asked to rank the 10 models selected in the regular feature of "Chronos Top 10 Watches Rankings" of "Chronos Japan Edition." This time, the theme is "titanium watches." In recent years, the number of manufacturers using titanium, a lightweight and corrosion-resistant material, has increased dramatically. From the lineup of masterpieces of titanium watches, from domestic brands to jewelers, which one is your No. 1?
Which is your No. 1 watch?
The "Chronos Top 10 Watches Rankings" is a regular feature of the Japanese edition of Chronos. Each issue's theme is chosen by a panel of watch journalists and other watch experts, who select 10 recommended models, and then the top 10 are determined based on the highest number of votes.
Based on this project, we would like to ask webChronos readers to vote for their No. 1. We would like you to vote for your choice from the 10 selected models by 11:59 PM on Thursday, December 11, 2025!
This time's topic is "Titanium Watch Ranking"
Titanium, which is lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant, has primarily been used for military purposes. Citizen was the first watchmaker in the world to mass-produce titanium for civilian wristwatches. Launched in 1970 as the "X-8 Chronometer," this model was made of nearly 100% pure titanium. However, titanium is difficult to process and to achieve the same finish as a luxury watch, so its use was limited.
However, with the development of alloys and processing techniques, many companies, including luxury watchmakers, are now producing titanium watches. The lineup is diverse, ranging from those that make the most of titanium's unique texture to those with a mirror finish that makes it hard to believe they are titanium. Chronos Japan is inviting readers to rank these profusion of titanium watches. Based on the results, we'd like to hear your picks.
Citizen "The Citizen AQ4100"
Solar-powered Eco-Drive (Cal. A060). Runs for approximately 1.5 years on a full charge (power save mode). Ti case (diameter 38.3 mm, thickness 12.2 mm). Water resistant to 10 bar. (Inquiries) Citizen Customer Watch Consultation Center Tel. 0120-78-4807
Longines "Longines Spirit" titanium models in general
Automatic movement (Cal. L844.4). 21 jewels. 25,200 vph. Power reserve approximately 72 hours. Ti case (diameter 39 mm, thickness 13.5 mm). Water resistant to 10 bar. 642,400 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Longines Tel. 03-6254-7350
Citizen "The Citizen AQ6020"
Solar-powered Eco-Drive (Cal. 0100). 17 jewels. 8,388,608 Hz. 8 months on a full charge (power save mode). Ti (diameter 37.5 mm, thickness 9.1 mm). 5 bar water resistance. 880,000 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Citizen Customer Watch Consultation Center Tel. 0120-78-4807
Seiko Credor "Locomotive" in general
Automatic winding (Cal. CR01). 26 jewels. 28,800 vibrations per hour. Power reserve approximately 45 hours. Ti case (diameter 38.8 mm, thickness 8.9 mm). 10 bar water resistance. 187 million yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Seiko Watch Customer Service (Credor) Tel. 0120-302-617
All Audemars Piguet Royal Oak titanium models
Automatic winding (Cal. 7121). 33 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 52 hours. Ti x BMG case (diameter 39 mm, thickness 8.1 mm). Price enquiries required. (Inquiries) Audemars Piguet Japan Tel. 03-6830-0000
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42
Automatic winding (Cal. 3235). 31 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 70 hours. RLX titanium case (diameter 42mm, thickness 11.6mm). Water resistant to 100m.
Chopard Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF in general
Automatic winding (Cal. Chopard 01.14-C). 28 jewels. 57,600 vph. Power reserve approximately 60 hours. Ti case (diameter 41mm, thickness 9.75mm). 100m water resistant. Limited to 250 pieces worldwide. 3,916,000 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Chopard Japan Press Tel. 03-5524-8922
Grand Seiko "Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive UFA" Ref. SLGB003
Spring Drive automatic movement (Cal. 9RB2). Accuracy ±20 seconds per year. 34 jewels. Power reserve approximately 72 hours. Bright titanium case (diameter 37.0 mm, thickness 11.4 mm). Water resistant to 10 bar. 1,518,000 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Seiko Watch Customer Service (Grand Seiko) Tel. 0120-302-617
Romain Gautier "C by Romain Gautier Titanium Edition"
Manual winding. 24 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve approximately 60 hours. Ti case (diameter 41mm, thickness 9.55mm). 50m water resistant. 7,920,000 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Swiss Prime Brands Tel. 03-6226-4650
Bvlgari "Octo Finissimo" titanium models in general
Automatic (Cal. BVL138). 31 jewels. 21,600 vph. Power reserve approximately 60 hours. Ti case (diameter 40mm, thickness 5.15mm). Water resistant to 30m. 2,486,000 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Bvlgari Japan Tel. 0120-030-142
Vote here! [Until 11:59 PM on Thursday, December 11th]
