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Tissot Le Locle 20th AnniversaryvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Le Locle 20th Anniversary
TissotLe Locle 20th Anniversary
MSRP $875
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Le Locle 20th Anniversary39.3mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Le Locle 20th Anniversary80h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Le Locle 20th Anniversary30m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Le Locle 20th Anniversary$875
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39.3mm
38mm
Thickness
9.75mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
39.3mm
38mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Indices
Roman
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$875
$328

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What people say

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Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary

The Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary is praised for its refined 39mm case with sculpted lugs and a classic dial, offering comfortable wear particularly on smaller wrists due to its 9.7mm thickness. Owners appreciate the Powermatic 80 movement's 80-hour power reserve and magnetic resistance, as well as the artistic caseback. However, the 30m water resistance may be a disappointment for some, and the bracelet, while comfortable, is not universally favored. Overall, the Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary is highly regarded for its comfortable wearability and impressive movement 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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