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Tissot Seastar 1000 GMTvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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

Seastar 1000 GMT
TissotSeastar 1000 GMT
MSRP $575
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seastar 1000 GMT40mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Seastar 1000 GMT40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Seastar 1000 GMT300m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Seastar 1000 GMT$575
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.77mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$699

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What people say

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Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT

Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT for its sapphire crystal, 300m water resistance, and GMT complication, with one owner expressing deep satisfaction. A point of contention for some is that Swiss quartz movements may exhibit second-hand misalignment with markers, unlike certain Japanese quartz movements. On balance, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT highly for its robust features and value.

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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