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Vario Empire Tachymètre ChronographvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$328
$399

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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 Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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