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Citizen Promaster Skyhawk A-TvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Promaster Skyhawk A-T
CitizenPromaster Skyhawk A-T
MSRP $1,500
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Promaster Skyhawk A-T42mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Promaster Skyhawk A-T40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Promaster Skyhawk A-T100m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Promaster Skyhawk A-T$1,500
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Material
Super Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H800
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,500
$699

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What people say

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Citizen Promaster Skyhawk A-T

The Citizen Promaster Skyhawk A-T is praised for its lightweight titanium construction and anti-reflective sapphire crystal. Reviewers note its comprehensive features including radio-controlled atomic timekeeping, a perpetual calendar, and multiple sub-dials for various time zones and functions. Some owners report readability issues with black hands on certain models, while others find the titanium versions wear comfortably, contrasting with the perceived heft of stainless steel variants. The 45mm stainless steel case is detailed with polished chamfers, brushed finishing, and a bidirectional bezel with a slide rule. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Citizen Promaster Skyhawk A-T for its extensive functionality and durable build at its price point.

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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