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Timefactors Speedbird GMTvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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What people say

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Timefactors Speedbird GMT

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Speedbird GMT for its quality and value, with many appreciating its 36mm case size for wearability and its surprisingly good bracelet. Some owners note the GMT function is on an inner ring, and one owner found the date wheel sunken. The watch is noted for its classic aesthetic and is considered a good value, though purchasing requires patience due to limited order windows. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors Speedbird GMT highly for its wearability and value at the price point.

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.

From video reviewers

The D5 Meridian Auto is praised for its classic 39mm diver proportions and USA assembly. No shared weaknesses were identified.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Speedbird GMT36mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Speedbird GMT
D5 Meridian Auto
Water Resistance
Speedbird GMT100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Speedbird GMT$315
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
11.6mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super Luminova X1 C3
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$315
$679
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