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Ikepod KawsvsVario Futurist

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Kaws
IkepodKaws
MSRP $29,700
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kaws44mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Kaws40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Kaws100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Kaws$29,700
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$29,700
$648

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Ikepod Kaws

Owners are divided on the Ikepod Kaws, with some finding its design akin to a toy watch and questioning its artistic merit, while others appreciate it specifically as a Kaws collaboration, though some still feel the execution could be improved. One owner describes the watch as having a meaningless collaboration and poor execution, looking like a toy and being terrible, while another finds the Kaws aesthetic worse on a watch. On balance, the consensus among owners is that the Ikepod Kaws is a polarizing piece, with its appeal largely dependent on individual appreciation for the Kaws artistic style.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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