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Ikepod Seapod S003vsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$679

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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