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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Sintra$650
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
41.50mm
39mm
Thickness
12.95mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
BGW9
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$679

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

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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