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Ikepod Seapod S007vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Seapod S007
IkepodSeapod S007
MSRP $1,458
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00746mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00742h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S007200m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Seapod S007$1,458
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$328

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S007

The Ikepod Seapod S007 is praised for its refined, symmetrical time-only dial and unique, pebble-shaped 46mm lugless case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. Reviewers note its well-integrated rotating bezel and affordable price point of EUR 1,450. However, the lume is described as weak, the hands could be slightly larger, and glare can be an issue due to the curved sapphire crystal. The watch is powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. On balance, reviewers find the Ikepod Seapod S007 a successful and affordable timepiece with a distinctive design.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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