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Vaer 40mm AutomaticvsZelos Nova 37

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What people say

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Vaer 40mm Automatic

The watch features impressive luminescence and a high-beat Miyota 9015 movement. Reviewers questioned the value at the $659 price point.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

From video reviewers

The wafer-thin case and intricate dial textures are standout features. The quality of the stock leather strap is a shared concern. Reviewers differed on whether the 37mm or 38mm case size was more accurate.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
40mm Automatic36mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
40mm Automatic
Nova 37
Water Resistance
40mm Automatic100m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
40mm Automatic$659
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
36mm
37mm
Thickness
8.4mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
40mm Automatic
Salmon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$659
$899
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