Vario Versa Reversible Dual TimevsVario 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.

Vario Versa Reversible Dual Time at true scale

Versa Reversible Dual Time

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph at true scale

Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

Diameter

37mm

38mm

Thickness

12mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$428

$328

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VK64

Case

5 specs
Category
Watch
Chronograph
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$428
$328
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Reviews

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

Vario Versa Reversible Dual Time

The Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time is widely praised for its unique reversible dual-face design, effectively offering two watches in one slim case and drawing comparisons to luxury classics. Owners appreciate its Art Deco styling, affordable price point, and versatility, with one owner finding it suitable for a 7-inch wrist. The watch features two independently settable dials powered by separate quartz movements and comes with sapphire crystals with anti-reflective coating. However, some owners and reviewers note that the watch's 12mm thickness detracts from its elegance, a trade-off understood given the price and dual movements, and switching faces can smudge the hidden side. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its innovative dual-face concept and value at its price point.

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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