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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black AutomaticvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
MSRP $895
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic38mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic65h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic100m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic$895
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
10.8mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Screw Down w/ Sapphire Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
X1 C3
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
65h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$279

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What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its sharp finishing, textured pearlescent dial, and excellent lume. The simple, understated design and comfortable 38mm size are also frequently highlighted. Some owners note the bracelet lacks quick micro-adjustments and the quick-release spring bars can dig into the wrist. One owner found the lume blocks potentially thinner and the font on larger numbers less desirable than a standard typeface, though the seconds hand was considered a success. Overall, owners highly recommend the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its great craftsmanship and value.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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