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anOrdain The Pink Dial ProjectvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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The Pink Dial Project
anOrdainThe Pink Dial Project
MSRP $1,905
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Pink Dial Project38mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
The Pink Dial Project42h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
The Pink Dial Project50m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
The Pink Dial Project$1,905
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
12.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
The Pink Dial Project
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Miyota 9015
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,905
$699

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What people say

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anOrdain The Pink Dial Project

The anOrdain The Pink Dial Project is praised for its in-house vitreous enamel dial featuring custom typography. It is powered by a Sellita SW200-1 movement and priced just over $1,300. The Model 2 MKII variant includes a minute track and seconds hand, enhancing its practicality as a daily wearer over the MKI's minimalist design. Overall, reviewers highlight the unique enamel dial as a key distinguishing feature of the anOrdain The Pink Dial Project.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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