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Vaer D5 Meridian AutovsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
D5 Meridian Auto200m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
D5 Meridian Auto$679
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$679
$328

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What people say

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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