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Vario Empire Tachymètre ChronographvsZelos Spearfish 3

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Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
40mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
La Joux-Perret G100
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$328
$749

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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 Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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