Which is cheaper, the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic or the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench?

At MSRP the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is the cheaper of the two at $428, against $915 for the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic — a $487 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic or the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench?

The Pompeak Sub-Aquatic wears larger at 40mm versus 37mm for the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic or the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench?

The Pompeak Sub-Aquatic is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic or the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench?

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic.

What movement does the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic run compared to the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic uses the Sellita SW200-1 and the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench uses the Miyota 82s5.

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