Which is cheaper, the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH or the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto?

At MSRP the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto is the cheaper of the two at $679, against $2,750 for the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH — a $2,071 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH or the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto?

The Vaer D5 Meridian Auto wears larger at 39mm versus 37mm for the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH or the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto?

The Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH is rated to 510m versus 200m for the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto.

What movement does the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH run compared to the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH uses the SW510 and the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto uses the Miyota 9015.

Side by side

Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPHvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH

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MSRP $2,750

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

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MSRP $679

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH37mm

D5 Meridian Auto39mm

Power Reserve

MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH40h

D5 Meridian Auto40h

Water Resistance

MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH510m

D5 Meridian Auto200m

MSRP

MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH$2,750

D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

AR Coating

Underside

Inner

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

SW510

Miyota 9015

Complications

GMT, Chronograph

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,750

$679

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH

The Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH is praised for its well-made construction and vintage-inspired aesthetic, featuring a 37mm case, a balanced three-register dial, and a quality bracelet and clasp suitable for daily wear. It includes a manual-wind Sellita SW510M movement with a 63-hour power reserve and offers 100 meters of water resistance in a thin package. Reviewers note a unique grooved bi-directional bezel, which is described as an atypical but potentially divisive choice for a chronograph. On balance, reviewers find the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH to be a well-made watch that successfully blends vintage charm with contemporary design.

From video reviewers

The Lorca Model No.2 Chronograph features a notable guilloché bezel that adds vintage flair to its design. The watch is powered by a Swiss Sellita SW510M manual movement, offering 63 hours of power reserve. A potential drawback is the relatively small 37mm size.

Hodinkee

Fratello

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.

Fratello

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