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Vaer D5 Tropic AutovsWolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38

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D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699
Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38
WolbrookOutrider Professional Mecaquartz 38
MSRP $215

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 3838mm
Power Reserve
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 3840h
Water Resistance
D5 Tropic Auto200m
Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38120m
MSRP
D5 Tropic Auto$699
Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38$215

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
120m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko VH60
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$215

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What people say

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Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 for its excellent finishing, attractive design, and smooth 4-tick-per-second mecaquartz movement. The bright and long-lasting lume, easy-to-use crown, 38mm case with 20mm drilled lugs, and 120m water resistance are also noted positively. The Hesalite box crystal and beads of rice bracelet contribute to its vintage feel, powered by a Seiko VH60 mecaquartz movement. Some owners find the 38mm size too small for their preference. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Outrider Professional Mecaquartz 38 highly for its finishing and vintage aesthetic at the price.

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