Chronograph sub-dials macro on a custom watch

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Chronograph watch manufacturer

Stopwatch complications done right — meca-quartz and automatic chronographs with crisp pusher action and a clean sub-dial layout.

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FIG.01 — chronograph

§ 01 — Chronograph watches

A chronograph adds a stopwatch to the watch: pushers start, stop, and reset elapsed-time hands without disturbing the time. It is the most "technical-looking" complication and a strong seller in sport and racing styles.

We build chronographs two ways — meca-quartz, with a snap-action chrono hand and quartz timekeeping for value, and full automatic chronographs for a premium tier. Both give the satisfying pusher feel buyers expect.

§ 02 — Reference models

Chronograph watch reference model 01 — customizable OEM build

Chronograph watch reference model 02 — customizable OEM build

Chronograph watch reference model 03 — customizable OEM build

Chronograph watch reference model 04 — customizable OEM build

Chronograph watch reference model 05 — customizable OEM build

Chronograph watch reference model 06 — customizable OEM build

Chronograph watch reference model 07 — customizable OEM build

Chronograph watch reference model 08 — customizable OEM build

Chronograph watch reference model 09 — customizable OEM build

These nine are a sample — not the catalog.

Every reference is fully customizable to your brand. Tell us the chronograph style you're after and we'll send matching references — or price your own design within 24 hours.

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§ 03 — Chronograph specifications

What we build into a chronograph watch

The manufacturing envelope for this category. Every option is confirmed on your quote.

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Movements	Seiko VK63 / VK64 (meca-quartz) · Seiko NE88 (auto)
Type	Meca-quartz or mechanical chronograph
Sub-dials	2 or 3 registers · tachymeter option
Pushers	Pump or screw-down
Case size	40 – 44mm
Water resistance	5 / 10 ATM
MOQ	100 pcs / design · sample from 1 pc

§ 04 — FAQ

Chronograph watch questions

Q.01What is a meca-quartz chronograph?

A hybrid: a quartz movement keeps time, but a mechanical module drives the chronograph seconds hand with a snap, instant-reset action that feels like a mechanical chronograph. It is far cheaper than an automatic chrono with most of the feel.

Q.02Meca-quartz or automatic chronograph — which should I choose?

Meca-quartz for value, accuracy, and a lower MOQ cost; automatic for a premium, fully mechanical product at a higher price point. Many brands launch with meca-quartz and add an automatic flagship later.

Q.03Can the chronograph have a tachymeter?

Yes. A tachymeter scale on the bezel or dial flange lets the chronograph measure speed over a known distance — a classic racing-watch feature we tool on request.

§ 05 — Other categories we manufacture

Get started

Submit a design. Get a quote in 24 hours.

Tell us what you want to build. We'll come back with specs, costs, and a sample plan.

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STEP 01

Submit design

Sketch, render, or reference image — plus your target specs.

STEP 02

Get quote in 24h

Detailed, transparent pricing with a sample plan.

STEP 03

Production & shipping

Approve the sample, we build and ship worldwide.