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HELM Togiak Expedition UTCvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Togiak Expedition UTC
HELMTogiak Expedition UTC
MSRP $380
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Togiak Expedition UTC42mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Togiak Expedition UTC40h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Togiak Expedition UTC200m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Togiak Expedition UTC$380
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko Instruments NH34
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$380
$679

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What people say

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HELM Togiak Expedition UTC

The HELM Togiak Expedition UTC is widely praised for its unique design and excellent lume, with owners appreciating its lightweight titanium case and 200m ISO 6425 capability. Some owners note that its 42mm diameter wears smaller than expected, while others find the size and weight potentially unsuitable for smaller wrists, and the stock bracelet or strap uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the HELM Togiak Expedition UTC highly for its distinctive design and robust build at its 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.

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