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NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 41 date new blackvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Orion neomatik 41 date new black40.5mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Orion neomatik 41 date new black42 hoursh
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Orion neomatik 41 date new black50m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Orion neomatik 41 date new black$5,150
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
39mm
Thickness
9.4mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.5mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 6101
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
40h
Jewels
27
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,150
$679

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NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 41 date new black

The NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 41 date new black is praised for its clean Bauhaus design, slender 41mm case, and slim in-house automatic movement with a user-friendly quick-set date. Owners highlight its versatility for both casual and formal wear, with one calling it a favorite forever purchase. However, some suggest a smaller 35mm size might be preferable, and one user found the 41mm size wore large and felt delicate, leading to it being sold. The price is noted as nearing other brands, and one owner questioned the value of a special edition compared to standard models. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 41 date new black for its elegant design and slim profile, though some debate the optimal case size and value proposition.

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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