Chronoking Mecaquartz Racing Carbon
$6101,682
38 mm100 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Nivada Grenchen Chronoking Mecaquartz Racing Carbon is a standout choice for enthusiasts who appreciate a blend of vintage style and modern capabilities. Its customizability, with multiple interchangeable bezels and vibrant dial options, sets it apart in the microbrand space. Given its limited availability and strong design, it represents excellent value for those looking for a unique chronograph.
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The Carbon edition pushes the Chronoking Racing into modern territory. With a darker, textured dial inspired by high-performance materials, this model is limited to only 500 pieces. A perfect fusion of exclusivity, vintage charm, and the thrill of racing, it’s a true collector’s watch.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Everyday water resistance (100m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Versatile 38mm case
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 38 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot, a 46.5 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- 87049Q17
- Released
- 2025
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 38 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 46.5 mm
- Thickness
- 13.4 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- Stainless Steel 316L
- Water resistance
- 100 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire
- Bezel
- Tachymeter
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- Black
- Dial finish
- Carbon Fibre
- Indices
- Applied indexes with Super Luminous
- Lume
- Yes — Super Luminova
- Strap / bracelet
- Leather
- Functions
- Chronograph, Hours, Minutes, Seconds
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Nivada Grenchen
Nivada Grenchen's philosophy revolves around reviving its historical designs while incorporating modern manufacturing techniques. The brand aims to create watches that are both functional and stylish, reflecting its heritage in craftsmanship and innovation.
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