Vaer RS1 Rally ChronographvsVario 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.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph at true scale

RS1 Rally Chronograph

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph at true scale

Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

11.8mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$279

lowest

$328

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VK64

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Cream
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VK64
Type
Quartz
Meca-Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$328
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Reviews

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

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its beautiful cream dial and luxurious case shine at its price point, with one owner calling it a favorite and another appreciating its durability as a work watch. The watch offers the utility of a timer and is described as comfortable and good-looking, with the red seconds hand providing some contrast. However, opinions on the included straps and bracelet are mixed, with some owners finding they do not seat flush or fit poorly, and one user criticizes the brand's overall bracelet quality. One owner reported the chronograph function stopped working within four days of receiving the watch. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived value, despite some concerns regarding strap fit and a reported chronograph malfunction.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its elegant, art deco-inspired tuxedo dial and its value as an affordable chronograph option. Some owners note a criticism regarding the differing fonts used for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand in favor of a 24-hour sub-dial. The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph features a Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz movement, a sapphire crystal, and measures 38mm in diameter. Overall, owners rate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph highly for its attractive design and accessible price point.

From video reviewers

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

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