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Vario Empire Art Nouveau HandwoundvsYema Superman Worldtime GMT

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Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888
Superman Worldtime GMT
YemaSuperman Worldtime GMT
MSRP $1,549

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Superman Worldtime GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Superman Worldtime GMT40h
Water Resistance
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
Superman Worldtime GMT300m
MSRP
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888
Superman Worldtime GMT$1,549

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
39mm Automatic

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 6T33
Type
Manual
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$888
$1,549

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What people say

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Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

Yema Superman Worldtime GMT

Owners widely praise the Yema Superman Worldtime GMT for its premium feel, unique bezel-lock mechanism, and attractive domed crystal. Some owners note the aluminum bezel insert is less desirable than ceramic and report the bracelet clasp can be stiff or difficult to open. Inconsistent quality control and poor customer service have been flagged by some owners. On balance, owners value the Yema Superman Worldtime GMT for its distinctive features and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The "Coke" bezel and maxi dial are attractive design elements. The in-house automatic GMT movement is a French alternative to pricier GMTs.

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