# Frederique Constant Vintage Rally Healey Chronograph Automatic Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Frederique Constant Vintage Rally Healey Chronograph Automatic is a motorsport-inspired sports chronograph evoking the heritage of Austin-Healey rally cars through its retro dial design, tachymeter scale, and distinctive logo, powered by the reliable in-house FC-303 automatic movement offering about 38 hours of power reserve, ideal for enthusiasts seeking Swiss quality at an accessible luxury price point without compromising on style or functionality.

## Overall Watch Rating: 7.0/10.0

**Dials & Design Metric (8.2/10.0)** - The evocative vintage racing dial with applied markers, Healey emblem, and superb legibility punches above its weight compared to standard sports chronographs like the Tissot PRX Chrono.
**Material Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Stainless steel construction paired with double anti-reflective sapphire crystal and meticulous brushing rivals the material execution of pricier Oris divers.
**Versatility Metric (7.8/10.0)** - Seamlessly shifts from track-day casual to office-appropriate with leather strap versatility, outperforming niche tool watches in everyday adaptability.
**Complications Metric (7.8/10.0)** - The smooth-operating column-wheel-style chronograph (cam-lever in practice) matches the reliability of Hamilton Intra-Matic chronos at this level.
**Movement Metric (7.5/10.0)** - FC-303 automatic delivers consistent 28,800 vph performance and 26-jewel finishing on par with modified Sellita movements in mid-tier Swiss pieces.
**Brand Metric (6.5/10.0)** - Frederique Constant provides strong value Swiss manufacturing akin to Christopher Ward, solid for high-premium collectors but shy of true luxury prestige.
**Rarity Metric (5.9/10.0)** - Positioned by its $3,000 price for decent exclusivity among automatics, though unlimited production tempers collector scarcity versus limited editions.
**Functions Metric (6.2/10.0)** - Time, date, and full chronograph suite handles daily timing needs adequately, similar to entry chronos from Certina.
**History & Innovation Metric (5.0/10.0)** - Niche nod to Austin-Healey rally history adds flavor, but conventional tech trails innovators like Zenith El Primero.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.9
## TPS Interpretation: Exceptional Value: The watch delivers premium Swiss chronograph performance and heritage styling far exceeding typical benchmarks at its price.
## Performance Insights: Shines in design, materials, and versatility while providing outstanding value against an implied price of just $1,450.

## Watch Data
[Picture URL] - https://www.frederiqueconstant.com/media/catalog/product/f/c/fc-303v5b6_1.jpg; [backPicture] - https://www.frederiqueconstant.com/media/catalog/product/f/c/fc-303v5b6_back.jpg; [lumePicture] - ; [Nickname] - Vintage Rally Healey Chrono; [Brand] - Frederique Constant; [Model] - Vintage Rally Healey Chronograph Automatic; [Country] - Switzerland; [Product Link] - https://www.frederiqueconstant.com/us-en/collection/classics/vintage-rally-healey-chronograph-fc-303v5b6.html; [reviewLink] - ; [Movement Type] - Automatic; [Movement Name] - FC-303; [# MSRP] - 3195; [# Secondary] - 2500; [# Production] - Unlimited; [watchDescription] - Vintage-inspired racing chronograph with Austin-Healey heritage, automatic movement, and sporty yet elegant design.; [caseWidth] - 42; [lugToLugLength] - 50.2; [thickness] - 13.9; [lug] - 22; [waterResist] - 50; [powerReserve] - 38; [beatFrequency] - 28800; [lume] - Super-LumiNova; [jewels] - 26; [caseMaterial] - Stainless Steel; [watchGlass] - Sapphire (double-sided AR); [Bezel] - Fixed; [caseback] - Sapphire (see-through); [Crown] - Screw-down; [Strap] - Hand-stitched Alligator; [Shape] - Round; [Dial] - Sunray silver with applied indices and Healey logo; [caseShape] - Round; [Seconds] - 1; [Date] - 1; [Calendar] - 0; [Chiming] - 0; [Chronograph] - 1; [Compass] - 0; [dateCompilation] - 0; [DigitalDisplay] - 0; [Dress] - 0; [Field] - 0; [GMT] - 0; [Mechanical Alarm] - 0; [Moonphase] - 0; [Tourbillon] - 0; [worldTimer] - 0; [powerReserveIndicator] - 0; [Diver] - 0; [Pilot] - 0; [racing] - 1; [Skeleton] - 0; [Vintage] - 1; [StyleFormal] - 0; [StyleCasual] - 1; [StyleSports] - 1; [StyleTravel] - 0; [StyleAdventure] - 0; [StyleCollector] - 1; [StyleTool] - 1; [StyleStatement] - 1; [StyleVintage] - 1; [StyleSmart] - 0; [StyleCustom] - 0; [TPS_new] - 9.9; [TPSgrade] - A+; [TPSimpliedPrice] - 1450;

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