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Magrette Moana Pacific Waterman GMTvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Moana Pacific Waterman GMT
MagretteMoana Pacific Waterman GMT
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT42mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT500m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Moana Pacific Waterman GMT
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.7mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA Caliber 2893-2
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699

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What people say

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Magrette Moana Pacific Waterman GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Magrette Moana Pacific Waterman GMT for its attractive, retro-inspired design and excellent value. The 42mm case size is noted as appealing for those who find larger watches uncomfortable. Some find the second hand style visually perplexing, and one owner dislikes the unidirectional bezel. Accuracy figures range from -5s/d. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Magrette Moana Pacific Waterman GMT highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

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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