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Timefactors PRS-38vsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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PRS-38
TimefactorsPRS-38
MSRP $597
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679
What people say

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Timefactors PRS-38

The Timefactors PRS is praised by owners for its 40mm case size, which fits smaller wrists well, and its value at $671 USD. One owner finds the cream dial with blued hands more visually interesting than the black dial. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors PRS highly for its wearability and value.

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.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRS-3840mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
PRS-38
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
PRS-38100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
PRS-38$597
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SuperLuminova C3
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2830
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$597
$679
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