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Citizen Zenshin ChronovsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Zenshin Chrono
CitizenZenshin Chrono
MSRP $488
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zenshin Chrono42.5mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Zenshin Chrono40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Zenshin Chrono100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Zenshin Chrono$488
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
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
Salmon
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
B620
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$328

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What people say

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Citizen Zenshin Chrono

The Citizen Zenshin Chrono is widely praised for its comfortable, lightweight Super Titanium build and its attractive, textured dials in various colors. Owners and reviewers alike highlight its clean 3/6/9 layout and retro-inspired, Genta-esque aesthetic. The Eco-Drive quartz chronograph movement, 100m water resistance, and sapphire crystal are noted features. Some owners find the integrated bracelet's end link extends the lug-to-lug feel, and the clasp is described as flimsy with limited micro-adjustment. The subdials are considered small relative to the bezel by one reviewer, and another expressed a desire for a 12-hour chronograph. The lume is reported to be short-lived. Overall, the Citizen Zenshin Chrono is considered excellent value, praised for its comfortable wearability and distinctive dial 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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