Jack Mason Pursuit ProvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto
lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures
Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Pursuit Pro
D5 Meridian Auto
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
12.5mm
12.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
68h
n/a
MSRP
$1,399
$729
lowest
Movement
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9015
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Jack Mason Pursuit Pro's robust build quality and value, with reviewers highlighting its scratch-resistant case, grippy 120-click ceramic bezel, and excellent nighttime legibility from its Lumicast lume. The watch features a La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement regulated in-house to ±5 seconds per day. Some owners suggest other brands for perceived reliability, and one notes the lume is not as strong as a specific Seiko model. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Jack Mason Pursuit Pro highly for its capable tool watch design and strong value proposition.
The La Joux-Perret G101 movement with a 68-hour power reserve is a shared strength. Reviewers were split on the lume performance, with some finding it exceptionally bright and others describing it as underwhelming.
Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm wearability, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm. One owner notes the watch keeps good time, running 3-5 seconds fast per month. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its vintage-inspired design and comfortable dimensions at its price point.
The D5 Meridian Auto is praised for its classic 39mm diver proportions and USA assembly. No shared weaknesses were identified.
Similar watches
Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.
Also compared
Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.