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Vaer R1 Racing ChronographvsVario NAVI Single Hand Compass

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R1 Racing Chronograph
VaerR1 Racing Chronograph
MSRP $499
NAVI Single Hand Compass
VarioNAVI Single Hand Compass
MSRP $428

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
NAVI Single Hand Compass38mm
Power Reserve
R1 Racing Chronograph40h
NAVI Single Hand Compass40h
Water Resistance
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
NAVI Single Hand Compass100m
MSRP
R1 Racing Chronograph$499
NAVI Single Hand Compass$428

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Thickness
12.6mm
11mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Cream
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82s5
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$428

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What people say

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Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass

Owners praise the Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass for its unique single-hand design and understated nautical theme, finding it reflects their personal style. The watch is a 38mm vintage-inspired timepiece with 100m water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 8s25 automatic movement has a 40-hour power reserve and its unidirectional winding rotor may wobble. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario NAVI Single Hand Compass for its refreshingly different take and casual time-telling dial.

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