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Studio Underd0g The ManhattanvsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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The Manhattan
Studio Underd0gThe Manhattan
MSRP $1,000
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Manhattan39.5mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
The Manhattan40h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
The Manhattan
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
The Manhattan$1,000
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Black

Movement

1 specs
Type
Manual
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$239

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What people say

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Studio Underd0g The Manhattan

Studio Underd0g The Manhattan is widely praised for its captivating amber fumé sunray dial with a raised sapphire disc, creating unique depth and animation. Owners appreciate the comfortable 38mm cushion case and the tactile winding feel of the manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement. Some in the community note the dial's design elements are reminiscent of Fears. The watch offers 10atm water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Studio Underd0g The Manhattan highly for its distinctive dial and comfortable wearability.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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