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Top 5 Best Tachymeter Function Watches

January 18, 2023 by Matthew Catellier Leave a Comment

Best Tachymeter Function Watches

In the world of tool watches, tachymeter watches are among the most popular varieties. It’s tough to say why that is. Maybe it’s the aesthetic appeal of a slick tachymeter bezel. Maybe it’s the fact that a tachymeter is useful for everyone from racecar drivers to pilots to sailors. Whatever it is, there are a ton of options out there.

If you’re looking for a tachymeter watch, this glut of options can get overwhelming. That’s why I put together this list of the five best tachymeter watches of 2023 from all prices ranges. Some of these watches have been around for a little bit, but that’s okay. Just because a watch isn’t brand new doesn’t mean it can’t be a top-quality timepiece, and usually it means it’s a classic or iconic watch.

Rolex Daytona 116500

Rolex Daytona 116500

The Rolex Daytona 116500 is a watch I’d been trying to get my hands on for years – until I finally got my hands on one last year. Let me tell you, I was not disappointed!


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This watch has a 40mm stainless steel case that’s waterproof to a depth of 100 meters. It’s circular, with a beautiful black ceramic tachymeter bezel. The twin pushers and crown are big and chunky, with full protection for the crown on both sides. Meanwhile, you get a slick “oyster” three-link strap, with brushed outer links and polished inner links.

The dial is a smooth black or white, with three black or silver chronograph subdials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock. The index consists of fine hashes at the minute marks, with ultra-fine hashes between them every 12 seconds and applied arrow-shaped indexes at the 5-minute positions. At 12 o’clock, you’ll see a Rolex crown emblem. Both it and the 5-minute markers are white gold-outlined with a lume fill.

The hands are straight and white gold, with center stripes and a lume overlap in the center. This gives them a skeletonized appearance – at least if you don’t look too closely. The chronograph second hand is very slender, with a small arrow tip at the end.

The Daytona 116500 is powered by a Rolex Calibre 4130 movement, with a 72-hour power reserve.

Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch

Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch

The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch has a 42mm case that’s available either in rose gold or in brushed stainless steel. A black tachymeter dial is embedded in a low-lying bezel. Meanwhile, a tall domed sapphire or hesalite glass crystal provides a distinctive touch. It distorts the dial when viewed from an angle, but the effect is beautiful to behold. The watch secures with a tri-link stainless steel bracelet, or your choice of leather strap.

The version I prefer is the standard all-black version with three sub-dials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock. Other color options include all-white, or all-green with a black tachymeter dial, which is available with the rose gold case only. The last variant has a rose gold dial with black sub-dials, and is also only available with the rose gold case.

There are fine contrasting hashes at the minute marks. Between them are miniscule hashes that mark off 20-second intervals. A set of large painted lume stripes indicate the 5-minute positions, with a pair of additional decorative dots at 12 o’clock. The hands are silver and broadsword-shaped, with lume stripes down the center. The second hand is narrower and tapered, with a lume-filled arrow-shaped tip.

This is a manual winding watch, as most of you already know. That said, it has a 50-hour power reserve, so you only have to wind it every two days.

Tudor Black Bay Chrono

Tudor Black Bay Chrono

The Tudor Black Bay Chrono is a 41mm stainless steel watch with a wide bezel that’s equipped with a black tachymeter ring. The domed sapphire crystal creates an attractive warping effect when viewed at an angle, but won’t distort the dial when viewed at a 90-degree angle. While this isn’t a dive watch, it’s waterproof to 200 meters. It secures with a tri-link steel bracelet with an easy-to-open clasp.

The dial is ivory in color (it’s also available in black), with a pair of black chronometer subdials at 3 and 9 o’clock. At 6 o’clock, you’ll find a borderless date window, with black Arabic numerals on a white background. There are fine black hashes at the individual minute marks, with fatter hashes at the five-minute marks. Inside of these, you’ll see white applied lume circles, with a downward-pointing triangle at 12 o’clock. Ultra-fine hashes between the minute hashes mark off every 12 seconds.

The hour hand is fat, with a diamond-shaped lobe towards the end. The minute hand is long and straight. Both are silver, with a lume fill, while the second hand is longer and extremely fine.

The movement is a Calibre MT5813, which is COSC-certified as chronometer-grade. It’s self-winding, with a 70-hour power reserve. Tudor also backs the watch with a 5-year transferrable warranty.

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer SSC813

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer SSC813

The Seiko Prospex Speedtimer SSC813 has a sturdy brushed stainless steel case, with a diameter of 39mm and a thickness of 13.3mm. The black tachymeter bezel has a beveled profile, which gives the whole watch a more three-dimensional appearance. A screw-down caseback makes it very easy to service, and it’s still waterproof to 100 meters. Meanwhile, the tri-link stainless steel bracelet sports an ultra-wide opening, with a three-fold clasp and an easy button release.

The domed sapphire crystal has an anti-reflective coating to cut down on glare. Underneath, you’ll see a matte white dial, with black subdials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock. A black outer index shows the 60-second time in tiny hashes set at 1/5-second increments. The inner index consists of a set of black applied markers at the 5-minute positions, with lume blocks at the 15-minute positions. A small borderless date window is located between 4 and 5 o’clock.

A set of black broadsword-shaped hands sweep around the dial, with lume stripes for easy visibility. The second hand is very narrow, with a lume-filled arrow inset that ends at the inner index. A narrow needle extends from the tip of the arrow to the outer index.

This watch is powered by a V192 solar movement, which is accurate to +/- 15 seconds per month. It also boasts an impressive six-month power reserve.

Hamilton Intra-Matic 68 Autochrono

Hamilton Intra-Matic 68 Autochrono

The Hamilton Intra-Matic 68 Autochrono has a round 40mm stainless steel case with slender lugs and a narrow bezel. This minimalist form factor makes the pushers appear more prominent, lending the watch a classic appearance. The sapphire crystal is flat, with an anti-reflective coating, and the case is water-resistant to 100 meters. A 20mm calf leather strap secures the watch securely with a traditional pin buckle.

There are multiple dial colors, including ivory, blue, and green. All have a matte finish, with contrasting colors on the subdials, which are located at 3 and 9 o’clock. The only other complication is a date window at 6 o’clock.

We really liked the tachymeter ring, which is located on the outside the index instead of on a bezel. The index itself is straightforward, with fine hashes and combination silver-and-lume applied indexes to indicate the five-minute marks and a double hash at 12. The broadsword-shaped hands have lume stripes down the center, while the second hand is narrow, black, and unobtrusive.

The Intra-Matic 68 is powered by an H-31 chronograph-grade movement. It has a 60-hour power reserve, which should be more than enough for most purposes.

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About Matthew Catellier

Matt is the Founder and Executive editor of The Watch Review Blog. For Matt, watches represent self-expression, art and freedom, and his ideal watch combines functionality with intriguing history behind it. Follow
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