Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes FlyRacer ChronographvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
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Measurements
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Howard Hughes FlyRacer Chronograph

Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
lowest
11.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
MSRP
$441
$328
lowest
Movement
Seiko VK64
Seiko VK64
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes FlyRacer Chronograph for its attractive design, often compared to Farer for its quirky colors, and its smooth sweeping hands powered by the Seiko VK64 mecaquartz movement. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its good value, with a sapphire crystal and a 40mm case size contributing to its appeal at approximately $180. Some owners find the 12mm thickness and the included strap to be minor drawbacks, with plans to replace the strap, and one commenter disliked the casual font, deeming it inconsistent with the chronograph text. Opinions are split on the 24-hour subdial, with some seeing it as a deal-breaker while others appreciate the overall package. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Riley Watch Co Howard Hughes FlyRacer Chronograph highly for its striking aesthetics and excellent value proposition.
Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its elegant, art deco-inspired tuxedo dial and its value as an affordable chronograph option. Some owners note a criticism regarding the differing fonts used for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand in favor of a 24-hour sub-dial. The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph features a Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz movement, a sapphire crystal, and measures 38mm in diameter. Overall, owners rate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph highly for its attractive design and accessible price point.
The Art Deco aesthetic is a key strength. The Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement is also consistently mentioned.
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