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Oris Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IVvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV
OrisGreat Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV
MSRP $4,750
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV43.5mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV120 hoursh
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV300m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV$4,750
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
43.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CALIBRE 400
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120 hoursh
40h
Jewels
21
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,750
$679

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What people say

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Oris Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV

The Oris Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV's 43.55mm case is surprisingly wearable on a 7-inch wrist due to its new design. Owners report the Oris Great Barrier Reef III, a 45mm watch, is massive and nearly 20mm thick. Overall, owners find the Oris Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition IV wearable despite its size, citing its new design as a key factor.

From video reviewers

The striking turquoise-to-navy gradient dial is a notable feature. The 43.5mm stainless steel case is noted for its ergonomic fit.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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