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Magrette Moana Pacific Diver IIvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Moana Pacific Diver II
MagretteMoana Pacific Diver II
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Moana Pacific Diver II44mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Moana Pacific Diver II
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Moana Pacific Diver II500m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Moana Pacific Diver II
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
STP1-11
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$679

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What people say

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Magrette Moana Pacific Diver II

Owners widely praise the Magrette Moana Pacific Diver II for its robust build and value, citing the scratch-resistant sapphire box crystal and engraved ceramic bezel as notable features. The watch is equipped with an STP1-11 automatic movement and offers 500M water resistance, complemented by a large signed screw-down crown. On balance, owners rate the Magrette Moana Pacific Diver II highly for its perceived quality and the brand's narrative.

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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