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Ikepod Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our TimevsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time
IkepodMegapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time
MSRP $1,512
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time40mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time100m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time$1,512
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,512
$699

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What people say

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Ikepod Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time

The Ikepod Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time is an art-focused collaboration with a bold street-art design. Its 46mm UFO-inspired case wears smaller due to its lugless, rounded shape. The watch features a Miyota Caliber 9039 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and an integrated silicon strap. Reviewers note the black seconds hand is nearly invisible against the matte black dial, making precise time-telling difficult. Overall, reviewers highlight the Ikepod Megapod x Ace Jewelers x Laser 314 — This Is Our Time for its unique art-focused design and wearable case shape, despite a readability challenge.

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.

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