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Tudor 1926 28mm AutomaticvsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
1926 28mm Automatic38h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
1926 28mm Automatic100m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
28mm
39mm
Thickness
9.1mm
10.4mm
Lug Width
15mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
T201
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$239

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What people say

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Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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