Phoibos Eagle Ray 200MvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Phoibos Eagle Ray 200M at true scale

Eagle Ray 200M

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto at true scale

D5 Meridian Auto

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

46mm

Thickness

12mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$480

lowest

$729

Movement

Miyota 9015

Miyota 9015

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Green
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$480
$729
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Phoibos Eagle Ray 200M

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date's design and logo, with one owner noting its well-made appearance despite the low cost and another appreciating the symmetrical date window at 6 o'clock. The watch features a ceramic bezel and a slightly domed sapphire crystal. However, multiple owners report receiving non-functional watches and experiencing poor customer service when seeking refunds. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date positively for its design and value, though significant concerns exist regarding initial functionality and customer support.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

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.

From video reviewers

The D5 Meridian Auto is praised for its classic 39mm diver proportions and USA assembly. No shared weaknesses were identified.

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