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Aragon Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels AutomaticvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Aragon Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic

Owners praise the Aragon Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic for its build quality and dial aesthetics, though one owner found it too large and heavy for comfortable wear. The watch utilizes a Seiko SII NH35 automatic movement, which is noted as being manufactured in Japan. The NH35 movement is a common, inexpensive caliber found in many microbrand watches. Overall, owners appreciate the Aragon Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic for its visual appeal and construction, despite the movement being a budget-oriented choice.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

From video reviewers

The Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar pairs a USA-assembled solar quartz movement with a matte blue dial offering strong legibility, delivering reliable everyday functionality across multiple case sizes (38mm and 42mm options). The watch combines 200m water resistance, scratch-resistant properties, and solid lume in an affordably priced package backed by a warranty.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic48mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic200m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Armour SII NH35 with 24 jewels Automatic$188
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
48mm
42mm
Thickness
16mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
55mm
46mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH35
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$188
$279
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