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RZE Resolute Type AvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Resolute Type A
RZEResolute Type A
MSRP $499
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Resolute Type A39mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Resolute Type A40h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Resolute Type A200m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Resolute Type A$499
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Thickness
11.5mm
12.5mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Indices
Arabic numerals
Applied

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$679

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What people say

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RZE Resolute Type A

The RZE Resolute Type A is praised for its build quality, finishing, and highly legible dial with luminous elements, all at a $499 price point. Its sandblasted titanium case features an UltraHex coating, and it measures 39.5mm by 11.5mm with 100 meters of water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 82S0 movement's crown operation feels grainy. On balance, reviewers highlight the RZE Resolute Type A as a well-built and legible pilot's watch offering good value.

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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