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Ferro Race Master ChronographvsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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Race Master Chronograph
FerroRace Master Chronograph
MSRP $485
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Race Master Chronograph45.2mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
Race Master Chronograph40h
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
Race Master Chronograph50m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
Race Master Chronograph$485
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
45.2mm
38mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.2mm
38mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 6T33
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$888

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What people say

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Ferro Race Master Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Ferro Race Master Chronograph for its comfortable 39mm brushed steel case and jubilee bracelet, noting strong lume and a beautifully engraved caseback. One owner specifically appreciates the brand's clear movement descriptions and finds the watch a great value for the price. However, one user questioned its value, initially mistaking the movement for a less expensive option, and a pre-production buyer reported communication issues regarding delays. On balance, owners rate the Ferro Race Master Chronograph highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at its price point.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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