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Longines PrimaLuna MoonphasevsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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PrimaLuna Moonphase
LonginesPrimaLuna Moonphase
MSRP $2,950
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PrimaLuna Moonphase34mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
PrimaLuna Moonphase72h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
PrimaLuna Moonphase30m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
PrimaLuna Moonphase$2,950
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Moonphase
Chronograph
Diameter
34mm
38mm
Thickness
11.6mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
38mm
Lug Width
8mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Both sides
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Diamond indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
L899.5
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
25,200 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, Moon phase display at 6 o'clock
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,950
$328

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What people say

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Longines PrimaLuna Moonphase

The Longines PrimaLuna Moonphase features a fluid case design and a 72-hour power reserve from its automatic movement. Owners note its accuracy averages 1.3 seconds lost per day across six positions, and 3 to 4 seconds on the wrist, performing within COSC standards. Previously, moon phase models utilized quartz movements, a detail that may not appeal to mechanical watch enthusiasts. Overall, owners rate the Longines PrimaLuna Moonphase highly for its updated automatic movement and reliable timekeeping.

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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