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Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LEvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Duality II - Night Shade LE
NodusDuality II - Night Shade LE
MSRP $925
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Duality II - Night Shade LE40mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Duality II - Night Shade LE41h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Duality II - Night Shade LE300m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Duality II - Night Shade LE$925
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® Old Radium X1 Grade
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota Cal.9015 Premium Automatic
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$328

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What people say

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Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE

Owners widely praise the Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE's refined case proportions, with a thinner profile enhancing on-wrist comfort, and an elegant, legible dial. The bracelet and clasp package also receive positive mentions for their functionality and quick-release system. However, opinions on value are divided, with one owner finding it overpriced at $868 due to a loud rotor and perceived lower-budget movement, while others argue US assembly and the Miyota 9000 series movement justify the cost and that Nodus's finishing and design are superior. Some may miss the luminous crowns found on the original model. Overall, owners and reviewers generally rate the Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE highly for its improved finishing and wearability.

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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