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Boschett Timepieces Cave DwellervsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Cave Dweller
Boschett TimepiecesCave Dweller
MSRP $750
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cave Dweller44mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Cave Dweller40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Cave Dweller1,000m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Cave Dweller$750
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
16.5mm
10.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
1000m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW-200
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$279

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What people say

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Boschett Timepieces Cave Dweller

Owners praise the Boschett Cave Dweller's rugged look, versatility, and reliable performance, with one owner noting its appeal due to limited production. A reviewer flags non-drilled lugs as frustrating and criticizes the bezel grip, while also noting average blue lume performance and a small date window. Overall, owners value the Boschett Cave Dweller for its robust design and dependable functionality, with specific features like the practical clasp being a highlight for some.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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