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Schofield ObscuravsVario Futurist

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Obscura
SchofieldObscura
MSRP $12,139
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Obscura44mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Obscura57h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Obscura200m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Obscura$12,139
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
15mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.7mm
48mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Damascus Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Dark Grey
Purple
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Unitas 6498-2
Miyota 9039
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
57h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,139
$648

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What people say

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Schofield Obscura

The Schofield Obscura is recognized for its unique Damascus steel case with a textured, reptile-scale or cellular finish and a multi-level dial enhanced by vibrant, multi-emission Super-LumiNova. This hand-wound timepiece is powered by a Unitas/ETA 6498-2 movement, visible through smoked sapphire crystals. It is limited to 40 pieces and priced around £9,558. On balance, reviewers highlight the Schofield Obscura's distinctive case and dial as its primary draw, making it a notable piece for collectors.

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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