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Makydo Mystic BluevsVaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

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Mystic Blue
MakydoMystic Blue
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
VaerD5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Mystic Blue38mm
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Mystic Blue
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto40h
Water Resistance
Mystic Blue50m
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto200m
MSRP
Mystic Blue
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto$699

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

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Anacapa

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699

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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 Pacific Anacapa Auto

The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto is widely praised for its 39mm case size and refined yet rugged case design, with owners noting it wears well and fits perfectly. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the colorful, multi-layer dial, with one specifically appreciating the matte green dial's accenting of other colors. The watch's American assembly is also a point of praise. One owner found the fit superior to a previous Seiko "Baby Hulk." A reviewer noted the bezel numerals lack lume, and the date wheel's three-orange-one-green pattern is described as peculiar. One owner also felt the minute markers seemed oddly placed. The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto uses a Miyota 9015 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto highly for its wearability and dial design at the price point.

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