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RZE UTD-8000vsVario Futurist

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UTD-8000
RZEUTD-8000
MSRP $279
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
UTD-800040mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
UTD-800040h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
UTD-8000200m
Futurist100m
MSRP
UTD-8000$279
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
48mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Screw secured titanium caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$648

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What people say

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RZE UTD-8000

The RZE UTD-8000 is praised for its full titanium construction with scratch-resistant coatings and comfortable wearability, offering significant value at its price point. Reviewers note its modern materials like Cerakote-coated titanium and sapphire crystal, though its feature set does not rival more expensive digital competitors. Overall, the RZE UTD-8000 is considered a compelling enthusiast piece for its material execution and value.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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