Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished)vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished) at true scale

Silverstone (Refurbished)

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph at true scale

Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

11.5mm

11.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$150

lowest

$328

Movement

Seiko VK64

Seiko VK64

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$150
$328
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished)

Owners widely praise the Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished) for its attractive aesthetic, crisp printing, applied indices, legible date wheel, and solid pushers, noting amazing fit and finish for the price point. Some owners find the case feels insubstantial or light, with downward-angled lugs that can dig into the wrist, and a crystal with noticeable edge effects. The 24-hour subdial is also noted as less desirable than sub seconds by some. Overall, owners rate the Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished) highly for its aesthetic appeal and impressive build quality at its price.

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.

From video reviewers

The Art Deco aesthetic is a key strength. The Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement is also consistently mentioned.