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Tissot GentlemanvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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

Gentleman
TissotGentleman
MSRP $495
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Gentleman40mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Gentleman40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Gentleman100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Gentleman$495
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
8.52mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
38mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$328

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What people say

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Tissot Gentleman

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Gentleman for its exceptional value, versatile design, and impressive finishing for its price point, often highlighting its thin case profile and the reliable Powermatic 80 movement with an 80-hour power reserve and silicon balance spring. The 38mm and 40mm case sizes are frequently cited as comfortable and wearable, with some owners appreciating the subtle "pyramidal" sunburst dial for added visual interest. Specific models are noted for features like an 18k gold bezel or full titanium construction, enhancing perceived quality. Accuracy is generally reported as COSC-level, though one owner notes the seconds hand sweep is less smooth. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Gentleman highly for its blend of classic design, modern movement technology, and accessible 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.

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