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Oris Oris X Cervo VolantevsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Oris X Cervo Volante
OrisOris X Cervo Volante
MSRP $2,600
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oris X Cervo Volante38mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Oris X Cervo Volante38 hoursh
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Oris X Cervo Volante50m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Oris X Cervo Volante$2,600
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
754
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38 hoursh
40h
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,600
$679

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Oris X Cervo Volante

The Oris X Cervo Volante's 38mm case size is widely praised as ideal by owners. The deer leather strap is described as fantastic, though one owner found it stiff with a loose keeper. The gradient dial and pointer date function are noted features, with one reviewer mentioning the crystal's dome and pointer date can make reading the date difficult and the watch feel thicker. The Oris X Cervo Volante is powered by the Calibre 754 with a 41-hour power reserve and was priced at $2,600 USD. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Oris X Cervo Volante for its ideal 38mm size and unique Cervo Volante deer leather strap.

From video reviewers

The Oris x Cervo Volante features a unique and evocative dial, with burnt maple and fumé options that capture the essence of a Canadian autumn and shift from a darker brown to a lighter brown as the light catches it. The watch's sustainable deer leather strap is also a notable feature. However, the lume is somewhat underwhelming, particularly considering the watch's price point, and the lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not be ideal for those with smaller wrists.

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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