Halograph III Chrono Vintage Gold
$299672
42 mmSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Xeric Halograph III Chrono in Vintage Gold is a striking watch that perfectly blends retro vibes with modern flair, making it an excellent choice for design enthusiasts and collectors on a budget. With its eye-catching color scheme and unique time display, this timepiece stands out in a crowded market while remaining versatile enough for casual or semi-formal wear. At $299, it’s a solid value for anyone looking to add an artistic piece to their collection without breaking the bank.
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The limited-edition Xeric Halograph III Chrono channels the boundary-pushing spirit of the 1960s, blending vintage watchmaking with bold automotive design. Its upgraded case, striking colors, and retro-inspired linear chronograph—reminiscent of classic dash gauges—are powered by a precise Miyota movement. Xeric’s signature split display makes time easy to read at a glance, while Swiss SuperLumiNova transforms the dial into a traditional-style display in low light. Crafted from premium materials, the Halograph III Chrono features a stainless steel case with brushed and polished finishes, a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, and either an American Horween or Italian leather racing strap. Each piece includes a numbered caseback engraved with a tribute to the 1966…
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 42 mm it has present, sporty proportions, a long 50 mm lug-to-lug favours larger wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- HC3-5553-03L
- Released
- 2022
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 50 mm
- Thickness
- 13.5 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- Stainless Steel
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- gold
- Indices
- none
- Lume
- Yes — Super-LumiNova
- Strap / bracelet
- leather
- Functions
- Chronograph, Date
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Xeric Watches
The brand aims to push the boundaries of watch design, creating unexpected and distinctive timepieces that stand out in a saturated market. Xeric believes that uniqueness and affordability can coexist, allowing more watch enthusiasts to enjoy unique horological designs.
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