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Makydo Mystic BluevsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Mystic Blue
MakydoMystic Blue
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Mystic Blue38mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Mystic Blue
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Mystic Blue50m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Mystic Blue
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
9mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
27mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$679

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What people say

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Makydo Mystic Blue

Owners widely praise the Makydo Mystic Blue for its aesthetic appeal, impeccable finishing on the case and bracelet, and its sunburst dial. The 38mm size is noted to wear comfortably, closer to 39mm. Some owners report the clasp takes time to get used to for smooth operation.

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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