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anOrdain FabrikvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Fabrik
anOrdainFabrik
MSRP $1,810
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik68h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Fabrik50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Fabrik$1,810
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Fabrik
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,810
$328

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What people say

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anOrdain Fabrik

Owners are divided on the anOrdain Fabrik, with some appreciating its value and German-made dial, while others feel it deviates from the brand's core identity. One owner praises the purple lacquer dial as a unique conversation starter. Some commenters find the 38mm size small for larger wrists, preferring a larger option. Overall, owners are split on the anOrdain Fabrik, with its value and dial design being points of appreciation and contention.

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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