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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum PatinavsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
PraesidusC-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
MSRP $550
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina$550
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
C-47 D-Day - Aluminum Patina
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$328

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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina

The Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina is praised for its 38mm diameter and its dial, crafted from actual C-47 airplane doors, offering a unique patina and historical context. Reviewers note its utilitarian, vintage military aesthetic, enhanced by a sandblasted stainless steel case and acrylic crystal. The watch is equipped with a Miyota 9039 movement, 100m water resistance, and Super-LumiNova for visibility. Accuracy is rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with a 42-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers highlight the Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina's historical dial as its most compelling feature, transforming a potentially divisive material into a unique selling 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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