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Redux Zero-HourvsVario Futurist

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Zero-Hour
ReduxZero-Hour
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zero-Hour39mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Zero-Hour41h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Zero-Hour200m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Zero-Hour
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Thickness
13.7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
48mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$648

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Redux Zero-Hour

Owners widely praise the Redux Courg Type 39MM for its robust, no-nonsense design and good overall quality, with a reliable Seiko NH53A movement keeping time well. The titanium case and crystal have shown scratch resistance, and the bezel action is described as tight by some. Reviewers note the proprietary RDXB1 or blue lume glows brilliantly, though briefly. Some owners flag the crown stem as flimsy and the unidirectional bezel as having some play. Overall, owners rate the Redux Courg Type 39MM highly for its functional tool-watch design and durable titanium construction.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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