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Hamilton American Classic Vintage QuartzvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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

American Classic Vintage Quartz
HamiltonAmerican Classic Vintage Quartz
MSRP $775
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Vintage Quartz15mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Vintage Quartz40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Vintage Quartz50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
American Classic Vintage Quartz$775
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
15mm
38mm
Thickness
7.35mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
280.002
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$775
$328

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Vintage Quartz

The Hamilton American Classic Vintage Quartz is praised for its well-decorated ETA 2842 movement and simple dial with mirror-polished hands and indices. One owner notes the strap is too short, requiring replacement. On balance, owners appreciate the Hamilton American Classic Vintage Quartz for its vintage-inspired design and decorated 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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