Published matchup
DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker vs Bull Shark V2 vs Bell X-1 Machbuster Automatic
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker

Bull Shark V2

Bell X-1 Machbuster Automatic
Diameter
38mm
38mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
lowest
47mm
51mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.6mm
lowest
13mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
50m
MSRP
$349
$495
$330
lowest
Movement
Solar
Miyota 9039
Automatic
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker is praised for its 38mm size and the inclusion of three Topo-designed straps and an accessory case. It utilizes a solar-powered Epson quartz movement, noted as a solid workhorse. Overall, owners appreciate the practical inclusions and the compact sizing of the Vaer DS4 Topo Designs x Worn & Wound Solar Hiker.
The red bezel is a standout feature. The watch wears small, which is a concern for larger wrists.
Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Bell X-1 Machbuster Automatic for its captivating and vibrant dial, with some finding it reasonably priced and visually appealing. However, the watch is consistently described as objectively large and chunky, with one owner noting it's too thick to wear. The lume is noted as beautiful but short-lived, and some owners express concerns about water resistance, with one watchmaker advising caution. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Bell X-1 Machbuster Automatic as a visually appealing and reasonably priced watch, despite its objectively large size and lume that does not last.
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