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Timefactors PRS-29AvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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PRS-29A
TimefactorsPRS-29A
MSRP $544
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699
What people say

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Timefactors PRS-29A

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-29A for its excellent value, faithful reissue design, and compact 36mm case. The manual-wind ETA 2801-2 movement, 100m water resistance, and anti-magnetic properties are frequently highlighted as functional strengths, making it a popular grab-and-go or travel watch. Some owners note the shiny hands can blend into the dial, and one owner reports accuracy around +5 seconds per day. A desire for a screw-down crown for enhanced water resistance and poor lume are also mentioned. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-29A highly for its historical accuracy and robust build at its price point.

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.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRS-29A36mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
PRS-29A
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
PRS-29A100m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
PRS-29A$544
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
11.1mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SuperLuminova C3
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2801-2
Miyota 9015
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$544
$699
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