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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited EditionvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition39.5mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition72h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition200m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition$1,150
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6R55
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,150
$328

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition is praised for its vintage racing concept, applied markers, and dial that shifts from cream to silver with orange accents. Owners appreciate the Datsun logo, dual crowns, and internal countdown bezel, with some noting Seiko's finishing is top-notch. However, some find the dial text cluttered, particularly "automatic 3 days," and consider the price point too high. The watch features a 42mm black-coated stainless steel case, an external tachymeter bezel, and Seiko's 8R48 automatic chronograph movement with a 45-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition well for its unique vintage concept and quality finishing, though price remains a point of contention for some.

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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