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Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa AutovsNorqain Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition

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D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
VaerD5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
MSRP $699
Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition
NorqainWild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition
MSRP $8,051

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto39mm
Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition42mm
Power Reserve
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto40h
Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition40h
Water Resistance
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto200m
Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition200m
MSRP
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto$699
Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition$8,051

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

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Anacapa
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
NORQAIN NN08S

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$8,051

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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.

Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition

The Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition is widely praised for its lightweight composite case and comfortable wearability, with reviewers highlighting its robust construction and shock resistance. Owners and reviewers alike appreciate the detailed and deep skeletonized dial, which exposes the COSC-certified Sellita SW200 movement. Some owners find the unique technology justifies the cost, though others question the lume's legibility and the watch's high price point. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Norqain Wild ONE Skeleton Hong Kong Special Edition positively for its innovative case construction and distinctive dial design.

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