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Vario Empire Tachymètre ChronographvsBoldr Venture Velo

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Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328
Venture Velo
BoldrVenture Velo
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Venture Velo41mm
Power Reserve
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Venture Velo40h
Water Resistance
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
Venture Velo200m
MSRP
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328
Venture Velo$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Tool
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Khaki
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Seiko VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$328
$399

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What people say

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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.

Boldr Venture Velo

Owners widely praise the Boldr Venture Velo for its utilitarian design, matte titanium finish, drilled lugs, and bright lume, noting its comfortable wearability and legible dial. Some owners, however, find the case design too angular and the dial too flat, with a preference for applied markers and smoother crown threads. The Boldr Venture Velo is considered well-built for its price, featuring a 38mm titanium case and 200m water resistance, although some note the basic movement and absence of a date complication. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Venture Velo highly for its durable, functional design and value at its price point.

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