Elliot Brown OSO Limited EditionvsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz
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Measurements
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OSO Limited Edition
DS2 Meridian Quartz
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Thickness
11.4mm
10.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
150m
MSRP
$576
$239
lowest
Movement
Ronda 715
Quartz
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Elliot Brown OSO Limited Edition's "bad ass" blackout aesthetic. One owner expresses concern regarding the crystal and legibility. Reviewers find the Beachmaster line, including the OSO Limited Edition's siblings, to be exceptionally well-built tool watches that feel rugged and durable, though some find the crowns slightly undersized for convenient bezel adjustment and time setting. On balance, owners and reviewers value the Elliot Brown OSO Limited Edition for its rugged build and distinctive blackout look.
The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is widely appreciated for its wearability and value, with owners and reviewers frequently highlighting its 39mm case size as a perfect fit. The watch features a coin-edge bezel and a satisfying 120-click action with minimal back play, and its design is often described as classic. Some owners report long shipping times and poor customer service from the brand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable 39mm sizing and straightforward quartz simplicity.
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