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Seiko Essentials QuartzvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Essentials Quartz40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Essentials Quartz100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Essentials Quartz$335
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38.9mm
38mm
Thickness
8.5mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
6N52
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$335
$328

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What people say

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Seiko Essentials Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight wearability, particularly the titanium models on mesh which weigh only 50g. Owners highlight the thin 8.4mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance as key strengths. One owner noted the dark greenish dial was less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet's wider gaps due to its smaller center link drew criticism from one user. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build and impressive 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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