Lebois & Co Pulse Chronograph 324.472vsVario 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.

Lebois & Co Pulse Chronograph 324.472 at true scale

Pulse Chronograph 324.472

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph at true scale

Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

Diameter

39mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.4mm

n/a

Thickness

13.9mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

60h

n/a

MSRP

$3,813

$328

lowest

Movement

LC-450

Seiko VK64

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
13.9mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.35mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LC-450
Seiko VK64
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
60h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,813
$328
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Reviews

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

Lebois & Co Pulse Chronograph 324.472

Owners widely praise the Lebois & Co Pulse Chronograph 324.472 for its exceptional case finishing, with details like the pushers mirroring the lugs and a subtle step between the lug and bezel. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the 39mm case size and 47.35mm lug-to-lug as contributing to excellent wearability, with a domed sapphire crystal further enhancing comfort. The manual-wound LC-450 movement is noted for its smooth operation and pleasing winding feel. Some reviewers found the telemeter or tachymeter scale legibility to be a minor issue, and one owner flagged the AUD$4500 price as a significant risk for an online purchase. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lebois & Co Pulse Chronograph 324.472 highly for its vintage-modern proportions and superb finishing at its price point.

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.

From video reviewers

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

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