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Redux Zero-HourvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Zero-Hour
ReduxZero-Hour
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zero-Hour39mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Zero-Hour41h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Zero-Hour200m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Zero-Hour
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
13.7mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
38mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$328

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What people say

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Redux Zero-Hour

Owners widely praise the Redux Courg Type 39MM for its robust, no-nonsense design and good overall quality, with a reliable Seiko NH53A movement keeping time well. The titanium case and crystal have shown scratch resistance, and the bezel action is described as tight by some. Reviewers note the proprietary RDXB1 or blue lume glows brilliantly, though briefly. Some owners flag the crown stem as flimsy and the unidirectional bezel as having some play. Overall, owners rate the Redux Courg Type 39MM highly for its functional tool-watch design and durable titanium construction.

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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