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Rolex Rolex DeepseavsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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

Rolex Deepsea
RolexRolex Deepsea
MSRP $68,100
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Rolex Deepsea

Owners widely praise the Rolex Deepsea for its robust build and serious capability, with one owner calling it "bulletproof" and surprisingly less large than it appears. Reviewers note subtle aesthetic updates and refined case and bracelet for improved comfort, alongside the modern 3235 movement offering a 70-hour power reserve and running at +2 seconds per day. Some owners find its size too large for daily wear, though it serves as a good conversation piece. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Deepsea highly for its impressive engineering and robust build quality.

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.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rolex Deepsea44mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Rolex Deepsea70h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Rolex Deepsea3,900m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Rolex Deepsea$68,100
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
5.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
18 kt yellow gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
3900m
200m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown. Rolex Ringlock System case architecture with Helium escape valve
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Index
Applied
Lume
Chromalight
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
3235
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$68,100
$699
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