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Vario Empire Tachymètre ChronographvsYema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz

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Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz
YemaYachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz
MSRP $420

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz38.5mm
Power Reserve
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz50m
MSRP
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328
Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz$420

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$328
$420

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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.

Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz

Owners praise the Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz for its attractive design, historical significance, and comfortable 38.5mm size, with some appreciating its meca-quartz movement. The watch features a hesalite crystal and Seiko VK63 movement, measuring 10.3mm thin and 46mm lug to lug. Some owners note sharp edges on the case and a strap that feels cheap, though others find the strap acceptable and consider it a great summer watch. Opinions are split on the necessity of the 24-hour subdial, and concerns have been raised about the price and customer support. On balance, owners rate the Yema Yachtingraf Croisière Meca-Quartz highly for its appealing vintage-inspired look and accessible price point.

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