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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Pink Panther Limited EditionvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
5 Sports SKX series Pink Panther Limited Edition38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
5 Sports SKX series Pink Panther Limited Edition41h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
5 Sports SKX series Pink Panther Limited Edition100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
5 Sports SKX series Pink Panther Limited Edition$450
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Thickness
12.1mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.2mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
4R36
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$328

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What people say

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Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Pink Panther Limited Edition

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Pink Panther Limited Edition for its "incredibly popping pink dial" and playful design, with some finding the 38mm case size perfect for smaller wrists. However, multiple owners note the bezel is too stiff to turn, and some find the bold pink color difficult to pair with clothing or dislike the paw prints on the dial. This limited edition of 9,999 pieces features a matte textured dial and a pink NATO strap, powered by the 4R36 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers are enthusiastic about the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Pink Panther Limited Edition's unique aesthetic and wearability, despite reservations about the bezel action.

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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