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Vario 1945 A-11S Solar QuartzvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
9mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070/2170
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$218
$328

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What people say

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Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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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