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Oris Artelier ComplicationvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Artelier Complication
OrisArtelier Complication
MSRP $3,150
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Artelier Complication39.5mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Artelier Complication38h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Artelier Complication30m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Artelier Complication$3,150
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
782
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,150
$328

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What people say

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Oris Artelier Complication

The Oris Artelier Complication is praised for its modern, minimalist aesthetic with a decluttered dial that highlights the moon phase complication, featuring a 39.5mm case and a slim profile. Reviewers note the dial's contemporary design with two sub-dials for the moon phase and 24-hour second time zone, available in ivory, midnight blue, or chestnut. The automatic Calibre 782 powers the watch, offering a 41-hour power reserve. However, its 30m water resistance is considered underwhelming by some, and the use of an ETA-based movement is noted as a point of disappointment by one reviewer, given the brand's history with in-house calibers. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Oris Artelier Complication for its refined, dial-focused design and contemporary appeal at its price point.

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.

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