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Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa AutovsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
VaerD5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
MSRP $699
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto39mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto200m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto$699
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Anacapa
Cream

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 RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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