1963 Watches Air Force Edition 1963 Seagull MovementvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

1963 Watches Air Force Edition 1963 Seagull Movement at true scale

Air Force Edition 1963 Seagull Movement

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph at true scale

Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

12.7mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

$478

$328

lowest

Movement

Seagull ST19 (family)

Seiko VK64

Case

5 specs
Category
n/a
Chronograph
Thickness
12.7mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seagull ST19 (family)
Seiko VK64
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$478
$328
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Reviews

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1963 Watches Air Force Edition 1963 Seagull Movement

Owners widely praise the 1963 Watches Air Force Edition 1963 Seagull Movement for its excellent value, historical significance, and vintage aesthetic, particularly noting the champagne dial and raised numerals. The manual-wind Seagull ST19 movement is described as a "work of art" with a satisfying column wheel chronograph action. Some owners report the watch is not wildly inaccurate, with timekeeping generally considered decent for the price, while others have experienced significant deviations. The 38mm case size is appreciated for its simple and small design. The 1963 Watches Air Force Edition 1963 Seagull Movement is an official remake of the first Chinese aviation chronograph, commissioned by the government for the Air Force. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the 1963 Watches Air Force Edition 1963 Seagull Movement highly for its historical significance and vintage charm at an accessible 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.

From video reviewers

The Art Deco aesthetic is a key strength. The Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement is also consistently mentioned.

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