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Vario Empire Tachymètre ChronographvsZelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze

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Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze
ZelosHammerhead V3 300m Bronze
MSRP $449

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze44mm
Power Reserve
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze300m
MSRP
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze$449

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
38mm
44mm
Thickness
11.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Bronze - Frost

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$328
$449

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze

Owners widely praise the Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze for its distinctive 70s-inspired design, slim 13.5mm case, and improved lume, offering a sophisticated timepiece at an accessible price point starting at $349. The unique dial is noted for evoking an otherworldly feeling, and the comfortable bracelet features on-the-fly micro-adjustment. Some enthusiasts express frustration with shipping delays and a desire to see the watch on a wrist before purchase. One owner flags that the clasp material could be more scratch-resistant, and resizing bracelet pins can be stubborn. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze highly for its unique design and build quality at its price point.

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