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Pinion Neutron DualvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Neutron Dual
PinionNeutron Dual
MSRP $1,842
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Neutron Dual38mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Neutron Dual42h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Neutron Dual100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Neutron Dual$1,842
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,842
$679

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Pinion Neutron Dual

Owners widely praise the Pinion Neutron Dual for its refined design, meticulous finishing, and exceptional dial work, with one owner calling it their favorite watch and strongly recommending it. The watch features a Swiss ETA 2824-2 automatic movement, is designed and built in England, and measures 38mm in diameter, 45mm lug-to-lug, and 11mm thick. Some owners note criticism of the OEM straps, and accuracy is reported around ±5 seconds per day. Overall, the consensus is that owners love the Pinion Neutron Dual for its detailed design and high level of finishing.

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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