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Timefactors PRS-29AvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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PRS-29A
TimefactorsPRS-29A
MSRP $544
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428
What people say

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Timefactors PRS-29A

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-29A for its excellent value, faithful reissue design, and compact 36mm case. The manual-wind ETA 2801-2 movement, 100m water resistance, and anti-magnetic properties are frequently highlighted as functional strengths, making it a popular grab-and-go or travel watch. Some owners note the shiny hands can blend into the dial, and one owner reports accuracy around +5 seconds per day. A desire for a screw-down crown for enhanced water resistance and poor lume are also mentioned. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-29A highly for its historical accuracy and robust build at its price point.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRS-29A36mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
PRS-29A
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
PRS-29A100m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
PRS-29A$544
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
11.1mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
SuperLuminova C3
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2801-2
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$544
$428
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