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Vaer D5 Meridian AutovsNorqain Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition

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D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679
Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition
NorqainWild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition
MSRP $7,607

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition42mm
Power Reserve
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition70h
Water Resistance
D5 Meridian Auto200m
Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition200m
MSRP
D5 Meridian Auto$679
Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition$7,607

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Carbon
Finish
Brushed and polished
NORTEQ

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Manufacture Calibre NN20/1
Power Reserve
40h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$679
$7,607

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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.

Norqain Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Norqain Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition for its lightweight, shock-resistant composite and rubber case, and comfortable wearability. The detailed dial and unique technology are noted as justifications for its cost by some. However, the price point is a frequent concern, with some finding it high even on the used market. Legibility in low light is a point of contention, with some finding the skeleton hands and lume insufficient, while others report accurate COSC-certified movement performance. Overall, the consensus is that the Norqain Wild ONE Vienna Capitals Special Edition is a well-built and comfortable watch, with its innovative materials and unique technology being the primary drivers of its appeal despite pricing concerns.

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