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anOrdain Fabrik GMTvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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

Fabrik GMT
anOrdainFabrik GMT
MSRP $1,937
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik GMT38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik GMT42h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Fabrik GMT50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Fabrik GMT$1,937
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Fabrik GMT
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,937
$328

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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anOrdain Fabrik GMT

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Fabrik GMT for its striking purple lacquer dial. Some enthusiasts, however, feel it departs from the brand's signature enamel dials and Scottish heritage. The watch is considered good value at £1350 GBP, featuring a Swiss LJP movement and a German-made dial. One owner noted the 38mm case size felt small on an 8.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the anOrdain Fabrik GMT highly for its unique dial and perceived value, despite some feeling it deviates from the brand's core identity.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. No weaknesses were cited by multiple reviewers.

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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