Edox 1973 DatevsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
1973 Date
DS2 Meridian Quartz
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
11.3mm
10.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
150m
MSRP
$815
$239
lowest
Movement
Caliber 53 (Ronda 515)
Quartz
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Edox 1973 Date is noted for its busy dial, with one owner disliking the script font used for "hand winding." The watch features a 41mm case and 200m water resistance, powered by a Ronda 515 quartz movement. Overall, owners find the Edox 1973 Date to be a functional quartz dive watch with a specific aesthetic that may not appeal to all.
The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.
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