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Citizen The Fantastic 4: First StepsvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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The Fantastic 4: First Steps
CitizenThe Fantastic 4: First Steps
MSRP $469
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Fantastic 4: First Steps39mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
The Fantastic 4: First Steps40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
The Fantastic 4: First Steps100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
The Fantastic 4: First Steps$469
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Super Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J800
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$328

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What people say

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Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps

Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps is praised for its robust 100m water-resistant Super Titanium case and well-finished integrated design. Reviewers highlight the attractive day-date dial and the hassle-free, accurate Eco-Drive J800 movement, noting a +/-15 seconds per month accuracy and an eight-month power reserve. The 39mm case size is considered to fit tastefully on wrists around 6.5-8 inches. Some find the dial's themed indices and minutes scale challenge at-a-glance legibility. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps highly for its value and wearability, driven by its durable Super Titanium construction and reliable Eco-Drive movement.

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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