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Orient Classic WatchvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Classic Watch
OrientClassic Watch
MSRP $245
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Watch40mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Classic Watch40h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Classic Watch100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Classic Watch$245
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.9mm
12.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
F6722
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
22
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$245
$679

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What people say

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Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

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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