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Vario 1945 A-11S Solar QuartzvsZelos Blacktip 200m Ti

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1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218
Blacktip 200m Ti
ZelosBlacktip 200m Ti
MSRP $599

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Blacktip 200m Ti41mm
Power Reserve
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Blacktip 200m Ti40h
Water Resistance
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
Blacktip 200m Ti200m
MSRP
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218
Blacktip 200m Ti$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
9mm
12mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Aventurine

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070/2170
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$218
$599

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What people say

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Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti for its value, titanium construction, and unique dial options, with many appreciating its comfortable 41mm size and angled lugs. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its dual lume and smooth winding, while the bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. Some owners find the metal bracelet uncomfortable, preferring alternative straps, and one dislikes the font used on the GMT variant. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti highly for its striking design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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