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Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 AmeriquartzvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
PraesidusA-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
MSRP $215
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz$215
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$215
$328

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What people say

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Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz

Owners praise the Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz as a sturdy, versatile tool watch at $215 USD, noting its precise Ameriquartz movement. However, some owners report unpolished lugs, random timekeeping errors ranging from 5-15 minutes off, premature battery death, and difficulties with battery replacements and customer service. The canvas strap is also noted as being very long, and the crystal is sapphire-coated K1 mineral. On balance, owners find the Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz a capable daily beater despite these specific concerns.

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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