Crafter Blue Bon Voyage Chrono

Like many things these days, watches have become pretty expensive, but luckily, a few brands are making budget models, like this Crafter Blue Bon Voyage Chrono. This model is currently selling for $255, and uses a Seiko VK64 mecaquartz movement, has a screw-down crown, a domed sapphire, a beautiful dial color and texture, and a nice leather strap. Like most watches at this price, not all is perfect, but it is beautiful and functional for an affordable grab-and-go watch.
Specifications

Case: 316: stainless steel
Case Diameter: 42mm
Weight: 88 Grams
Lug width: 20mm
Thickness: 13.40mm
Lug to Lug:50mm
Dial color: Navy Blue
Crystal: Domed sapphire crystal
Movement: Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement Water Resistance: 100m / 300ft
Straps: Genuine Italian strap 

Current Price $255
https://www.crafterblue.com/products/crafter-blue-bon-voyage-macaron-super-chrono-bvss002-mcrafter-blue-bon-voyage-macaron-super-chrono-bvss002-m

I remember about 15 -20 years ago ( I am quite old now at 44), a $255 watch getting you are pretty rough case finishing and a mineral crystal, and at that time, it was probably quite oversized as well. These days, there are countless options available and while it seems most enthusiasts want an automatic, I have never shied away from quartz, because for the most part, you set it once and off you go, never to worry again until the battery dies. This Crafter Blue Bon Voyage Chonro takes things one step further and adds...