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Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa AutovsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
VaerD5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
MSRP $699
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto39mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto200m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto$699
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.6mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Anacapa
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$279

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What people say

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Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto is widely praised for its 39mm case size and refined yet rugged case design, with owners noting it wears well and fits perfectly. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the colorful, multi-layer dial, with one specifically appreciating the matte green dial's accenting of other colors. The watch's American assembly is also a point of praise. One owner found the fit superior to a previous Seiko "Baby Hulk." A reviewer noted the bezel numerals lack lume, and the date wheel's three-orange-one-green pattern is described as peculiar. One owner also felt the minute markers seemed oddly placed. The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto uses a Miyota 9015 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto highly for its wearability and dial design at the price point.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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