BOLDR Supply Co. Field MedicvsVario 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.

BOLDR Supply Co. Field Medic at true scale

Field Medic

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph at true scale

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 specs
Category
Tool
Chronograph
Thickness
12.2mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
n/a
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
I
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$328
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

BOLDR Supply Co. Field Medic

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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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.

From video reviewers

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