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Farer ROCHÉ IIvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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ROCHÉ II
FarerROCHÉ II
MSRP $1,495
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ROCHÉ II39mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
ROCHÉ II50h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
ROCHÉ II100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
ROCHÉ II$1,495
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
World Timer
Diver
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-1
Miyota 9015
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
50h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$679

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What people say

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Farer ROCHÉ II

The Farer ROCHÉ II is widely praised for its excellent value, thoughtful case finishing with contrasting textures, and its wearable 39mm size. Owners and reviewers highlight the quality of the dial and case, with one owner noting the five-year movement warranty. However, one owner points out the absence of lume on their version's indices, and a reviewer observed a roughness on the micro pique dial's edges in direct light. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer ROCHÉ II highly for its exceptional value and well-executed design at its price point.

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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