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Hemel HFT20vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
HFT20$450
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
38mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$328

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What people say

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Hemel HFT20

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

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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