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Geckota Chronotimer ChronographvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Chronotimer Chronograph
GeckotaChronotimer Chronograph
MSRP $299
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronotimer Chronograph42mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Chronotimer Chronograph40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Chronotimer Chronograph100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Chronotimer Chronograph$299
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Classic Reverse Panda
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$328

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What people say

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Geckota Chronotimer Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Geckota Chronotimer Chronograph's appealing design, comfortable wear, and excellent lume, with many noting it draws compliments. The hand-wound mechanical movement is considered a solid workhorse, and the cushion case and matching sub-dials are frequently highlighted as attractive design elements. Some owners find the red dial a "funky look" and appreciate how the strap color contrasts well, though one owner described the red shade as "weird." The Geckota Chronotimer Chronograph wears large, and some owners have hesitated due to its size. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Chronotimer Chronograph highly for its eye-catching design and comfortable wearability at a reasonable price.

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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