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With its typewriter-style Arabic numerals, straightforward subdial layout, and 40-millimeter case, this mid-sized chronograph from Victorinox evokes a feeling of nostalgia. Powered by quartz movement, it features a chronograph that tracks elapsed hours, minutes, and seconds Read More
ChaturangaOk it seems 241588. The cheapest listing I could find is on Amazon for 209 USD. So 129.99 seems to be a good price for a Swiss Quartz + Sapphire crystal + Chronograph. It's not a huge size 40mm is also a positive for me. Hmm
this is not a true Infantry Vintage the date box is wrong the chronograph dials are not detailed the arabic numerals are much more pronounced. I have one from Victorinox
Yes you are correct, mine has a green dial looks very neat, but, I have seen them with a navy blue dial and this black face one here. I like the extra detail, it feels very solid on your wrist also.
bgmdThere's more than one Infantry Vintage model, and they change as years go by. Old stock is still available also in a lot of cases, they should have put up a part number though. If you type in Infantry Vintage Chrono into eBay or Google you will see a wide variety of models
I was quite interested in the scratch-resistance of the watch-face, after seeing a bunch of videos about different material hardness, I unscientifically tested out it out on this particular model (241588).
On the first few days of usage, I went into a shop that used tempered glass shelves for their clothing displays. I tested the "sapphire crystal" watch-face on the edge of the shelves and was quite unhappy to find that the watch-face was actually scratched, the scratch was micro and can only be seen if it was looked at carefully under bright lighting, but it's still a scratch nonetheless. Sapphire shouldn't scratch against tempered glass. If it can be scratched by tempered glass, I wouldn't be surprised if it could be scratched by granite or porcelain. Just something to take note of.
stiltzkinSapphire is scratch resistant, but can be abraded by much softer material, and can shatter. Best not to intentionally “test“ your sapphire crystals.
SnakeEyePeteIf this is like any other Victorinox watch that I’ve purchased, there is a warranty represented by the warranty card in the manufactuer’s box that the watch is packed in at the factory. At the very least, that manufacturer’s warranty is offered. At the very worst, the DOA watch issue can be addressed in this manner. Ideal? Of course not. Better than being told that you’re screwed witrout even the courtesy of a reach-around? Obviously yes.
I purchased this watch on the drop and have been very please with it. It is a nice size, and a very nice looking watch - one that I've got several nice comments about from others who have noticed it on my wrist. Very good quality like all Victorinox products I've had. Seems to keep very accurate time as you would expect. Well worth the price I think.
Is there any noctilucent paint on the watch‘s hands? All the Victorinox watches I’ve ever seen have this feature, but I’m not familiar with every offering in the Victorinox catalog and the absence in the description here is not a sure declaration that this seemingly ubiquitous Victorinox feature is not offered.
lespaul1963Since noone answered this, and for any future drops, the answer is yes. Both the watch hand and the numbers are painted with noctilucent paint.
If anyone is interested, I have one to sell with an extra leather strap and two canvas ones. I ask 150$ for the whole lot or 100$ for the watch only, shpping not included.
I’m in Canada.