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Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's WatchvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch42.6mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch72h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch300m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch$3,600
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
42.6mm
38mm
Thickness
14.1mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.3mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
8L45
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
35
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,600
$328

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Seiko Prospex Marinemaster Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch

The Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch is widely praised for its excellent quality and finishing, with reviewers and owners noting its GS-level craftsmanship and Zaratsu-inspired polishing. Owners appreciate its refined design, comfortable case shape, and the 4:00 crown position, with some finding it more manageable on the wrist than other models. The Caliber 8L45 movement offers a 72-hour power reserve and accuracy within -5/+10 seconds per day, and the bracelet features an improved clasp with an extension system. However, some find the price point high, and one reviewer noted the unsigned winding crown as a missed opportunity. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1968 Heritage Diver's Watch highly for its premium finishing and tool-like appearance at its price point.

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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