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Tudor 1926 39mm AutomaticvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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1926 39mm Automatic
Tudor1926 39mm Automatic
MSRP $2,575
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 39mm Automatic39mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
1926 39mm Automatic38h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
1926 39mm Automatic100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
1926 39mm Automatic$2,575
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Thickness
9.1mm
12.5mm
Lug Width
15mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
T601
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,575
$679

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What people say

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Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic for its gorgeous appearance in person and excellent value, feeling they receive more than they pay for. It is considered a versatile everyday watch, suitable as a dress watch with 330 ft water resistance. Some owners note the 39mm Tudor 1926 wears larger than its stated size due to its small bezel and big dial, though it feels perfect on wrists just under 7 inches. One reviewer notes the Tudor 1926 Luna variant features a moonphase complication and uses a Sellita SW280-1 movement with a 38-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived value.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, 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, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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