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Vaer D5 Tropic AutovsZelos Nova 37

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

D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699
Nova 37
ZelosNova 37
MSRP $899

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Nova 3740h
Water Resistance
D5 Tropic Auto200m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
D5 Tropic Auto$699
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
12.5mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
37mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Salmon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$899

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

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