BOLDR Supply Co. Field MedicvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
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Measurements
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Field Medic

Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
n/a
Thickness
12.2mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
50m
MSRP
$299
lowest
$328
Movement
Seiko VK64
Seiko VK64
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Boldr Field Medic for its toolish aesthetic, lightweight titanium case, and functional pulsometer, making it a practical and versatile choice for medical professionals. Many appreciate its crisp finishing and robust build, with one owner noting it remains "rock solid" despite heavy use. The lume is described as cool and bright but fades quickly, and some find the pulsometer more decorative than practical, preferring a continuously running seconds hand. While generally considered well-sized at 38mm, a few owners find it a bit small. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Field Medic highly for its excellent value and functionality as a dedicated tool watch.
Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its elegant, art deco-inspired tuxedo dial and its value as an affordable chronograph option. Some owners note a criticism regarding the differing fonts used for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand in favor of a 24-hour sub-dial. The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph features a Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz movement, a sapphire crystal, and measures 38mm in diameter. Overall, owners rate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph highly for its attractive design and accessible price point.
The Art Deco aesthetic is a key strength. The Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement is also consistently mentioned.
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