Which is cheaper, the Marnaut Dark Surge 300 or the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto?

At MSRP the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto is the cheaper of the two at $699, against $1,390 for the Marnaut Dark Surge 300 — a $691 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Marnaut Dark Surge 300 or the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto?

The Marnaut Dark Surge 300 wears larger at 41mm versus 39mm for the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Marnaut Dark Surge 300 or the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto?

The Marnaut Dark Surge 300 is rated to 300m versus 200m for the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Marnaut Dark Surge 300 or the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto?

The Marnaut Dark Surge 300 carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto.

What movement does the Marnaut Dark Surge 300 run compared to the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Marnaut Dark Surge 300 uses the Sellita SW200-1 and the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto uses the Miyota 9015.

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