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Breitling Avenger AutomaticvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699
What people say

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Breitling Avenger Automatic

The Breitling Avenger Automatic 42 is praised for its streamlined, contemporary design and robust build, with owners noting its legibility and comfortable wearability, even on smaller wrists. The watch features a clean dial, a rugged bezel for easy operation, and a bracelet with a dramatic presence. Some owners find the 42mm size to be at the upper limit of personal taste, and one owner reported a power reserve of 38 hours. Accuracy figures range from +2 seconds per day to approximately -6 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Avenger Automatic highly for its bold, robust aesthetic and versatile wearability.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Avenger Automatic42mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Avenger Automatic38h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Avenger Automatic300m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Avenger Automatic$4,900
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.15mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
22mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,900
$699
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