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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Bull Shark V2
Borealis Watch Co.Bull Shark V2
MSRP $495
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bull Shark V238mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Bull Shark V240h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Bull Shark V2300m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Bull Shark V2$495
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Thickness
12.60mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
38mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$328

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2

The red bezel is a standout feature. The watch wears small, which is a concern for larger wrists.

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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