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Citizen ATTESAvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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ATTESA
CitizenATTESA
MSRP $1,995
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ATTESA44.6mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
ATTESA40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
ATTESA100m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
ATTESA$1,995
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
44.6mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Super Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
F950
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen ATTESA

Owners widely praise the Citizen ATTESA for its stylish, tech-heavy design, comfortable titanium build, and excellent value, particularly its solar and GPS/radio sync accuracy. Reviewers and owners highlight the beautiful, legible dials and the convenience of features like perpetual calendars and easy time zone changes, making it a great "grab and go" watch. Some owners find the mode cycling over-complicated or the size large, and one reviewer notes the finishing on the hour and minute hands can be rough. The titanium bracelet's micro-adjust clasp is also a point of contention, with some finding it offers limited sizing options and a flimsy feel. Overall, owners rate Citizen ATTESA highly for its advanced features and comfortable, lightweight titanium construction at a competitive price.

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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