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Tissot Classic DreamvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Classic Dream
TissotClassic Dream
MSRP $550
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Dream40mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Classic Dream80h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Classic Dream50m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Classic Dream$550
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.23mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Indices
Indexes
Applied

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$679

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What people say

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Tissot Classic Dream

Owners widely praise the Tissot Classic Dream for its exceptional value, citing its traditional dress watch aesthetic, sapphire crystal, and Swiss movement. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its superb wearability, with one source noting its 8.1mm thickness and another its 40mm case size. The dazzling white dial with Roman numerals and the dark blue sunray dial are frequently mentioned as attractive features. However, some owners desire an automatic movement and higher water resistance than the standard 50 meters. The silver dial version's indexes are noted to lack lume and visibility. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Classic Dream highly for its classic design and value proposition.

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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