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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 PilotvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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P-40 A-11 Pilot
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot
MSRP $695
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot38mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot65h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot100m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot$695
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Screw Down with Sapphire Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-2 b
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
65h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$695
$699

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What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot for its great size, comfortable bracelet, phenomenal timekeeping, simple design, and great craftsmanship. One owner notes the finishing is sharp. Some users wish for a smaller size, and one owner points out the quick-release spring bars can dig in while the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot highly for its great size and phenomenal timekeeping.

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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