The "Chronos Top 10 Watches Rankings," a reader-selected series, was launched in conjunction with a regular feature in Chronos Japan. The system is quite simple: webChronos readers are asked to vote for their No. 1 watch from among the top 10 watches in Chronos Japan's rankings. This time, we tallied the results of the 10-day voting period from May 22nd to 31st for the "In-House Movement Edition."
*The reprinted article from the magazine's "Chronos Top 10 Watches Rankings" is available below.
http://www.webchronos.net/ranking/41082/
The much anticipated results are announced!
⤵︎4th place
Rolex "32 series caliber equipped models"
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41
Based on the classic 31 series, this new generation model has been completely redesigned. While maintaining the reliability of the existing model, the power reserve has been significantly extended and precision has also been improved. Automatic winding (Cal. 3235). 28,800 vibrations per hour. Power reserve of approximately 70 hours. Stainless steel x 18K yellow gold (diameter 41mm). Water resistant to 100m. 1,271,000 yen (tax included). (Inquiries) Rolex Japan Tel. 03-3216-5671
[Readers' reasons for voting]
- The company's long-awaited new model has been released, and it is their policy to install it in all new products without discrimination, as long as the size is suitable.
・Accuracy. The accuracy of a mechanical watch is measured by its daily deviation, but Rolex's accuracy does not vary significantly even on a monthly basis. It is also robust and reliable.
-High precision, durability, and operability (feel of the crown, movement of the hands, play, etc.).
⤴︎3nd place
Grand Seiko "All 9S6 series movement-equipped watches"
Grand Seiko "Elegance Collection SBGK007"
The 9S6 series was born as the successor to the 9S5 series. In addition to an extended power reserve, magnetic resistance has been improved, and the winding efficiency of the automatic winding has also been increased. This is the manual winding version without the automatic winding. Manual winding (Cal. 9S63). 33 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve of approximately 72 hours. Stainless steel (diameter 39mm). Water resistant to 10 bar. 750,000 yen (excluding tax). (Inquiries) Grand Seiko dedicated dial Tel. 0120-302-617
[Readers' reasons for voting]
- Precision and practicality based on Seiko's own standards that exceed chronometer standards.
-It has a unique history as a Japanese movement and is a symbol of Japanese watches.
・The finish is not that great, but it is the pinnacle of practicality that Japan can be proud of.
⤴︎2nd place
Zenith "DeFi Inventor"
Zenith "DeFi Inventor"
This model is equipped with the Zenith Oscillator, which integrates all the components equivalent to the balance spring, balance wheel, regulator, balance stud, and anchor. The ultra-high vibration, the first of its kind since Huygens, ensures extremely high portability. Automatic winding (Cal. 9100). 18 jewels. 129,600 vibrations per hour. Power reserve of approximately 50 hours. Ti x Aeronight (diameter 44mm). Water resistant to 10 bar. 2,040,000 yen (excluding tax). (Inquiries) Zenith Boutique Ginza Tel. 03-3575-5861
[Readers' reasons for voting]
・An incredible weapon that can truly be called innovative.
-It gives the impression of not being a simple extension of technology.
・Like the old quartz movements, it gives the impression of technology leading to the future. However, like the old quartz movements, it is meaningless unless it can be distributed at an affordable price while still incorporating the technology.
