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RZE UTD-8000vsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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UTD-8000
RZEUTD-8000
MSRP $279
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
UTD-800040mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
UTD-800040h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
UTD-8000200m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
UTD-8000$279
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Tool
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
13.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Screw secured titanium caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Miyota 82s5
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$428

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What people say

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RZE UTD-8000

The RZE UTD-8000 is praised for its full titanium construction with scratch-resistant coatings and comfortable wearability, offering significant value at its price point. Reviewers note its modern materials like Cerakote-coated titanium and sapphire crystal, though its feature set does not rival more expensive digital competitors. Overall, the RZE UTD-8000 is considered a compelling enthusiast piece for its material execution and value.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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