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Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFAvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Jungle Field A-11 JFA
PraesidusJungle Field A-11 JFA
MSRP $550
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jungle Field A-11 JFA34mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Jungle Field A-11 JFA40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Jungle Field A-11 JFA50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Jungle Field A-11 JFA$550
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
34mm
38mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Dark Brown Leather
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VH-31 Meca-Quartz
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$328

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What people say

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Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFA

The Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFA is praised for its modern interpretation of a classic military field watch, featuring a 38mm sandblasted case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. It is powered by a Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve, and its accuracy is rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, though reviewers note it often runs more accurately in practice. The watch presents a no-nonsense dial with vintage-style lume and Arabic numerals, retailing for $550. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFA offers vintage charm and solid specifications 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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