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Fears Onyx (collective Horology)vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Onyx (collective Horology)
FearsOnyx (collective Horology)
MSRP $2,833
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Onyx (collective Horology)39.5mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Onyx (collective Horology)40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Onyx (collective Horology)15m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Onyx (collective Horology)$2,833
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
20mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.95mm
38mm
Water Resistance
15m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Onyx (Collective Horology)
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,833
$328

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What people say

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Fears Onyx (collective Horology)

Owners widely praise the Fears Onyx (collective Horology) for its exquisite glossy black onyx dial, which displays microscopic striations under magnification. Reviewers note its thin case, under 10.5mm, and a balanced sporty-dressy aesthetic. Water resistance is rated at 150m by one source and 100m by another, and the bracelet features on-the-fly micro-adjustment. Some owners find the 39.5mm diameter slightly large for the style, and one source suggests it doesn't represent top value, though it remains competitive. Overall, owners rate the Fears Onyx highly for its unique stone dial and wearability.

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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