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Sartory Billard SB05vsVaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

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D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
VaerD5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SB0538.5mm
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto39mm
Power Reserve
SB0590h
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto40h
Water Resistance
SB0550m
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto200m
MSRP
SB05
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.5mm
39mm
Thickness
8.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Anacapa

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LJP Cal. 7380
Miyota 9015
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
90h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699

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What people say

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Sartory Billard SB05

The dial's Maki-e Raden and aventurine combination is a standout feature. The 38.5mm case size and slim profile are noted for comfort.

Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto is widely praised for its 39mm case size and refined yet rugged case design, with owners noting it wears well and fits perfectly. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the colorful, multi-layer dial, with one specifically appreciating the matte green dial's accenting of other colors. The watch's American assembly is also a point of praise. One owner found the fit superior to a previous Seiko "Baby Hulk." A reviewer noted the bezel numerals lack lume, and the date wheel's three-orange-one-green pattern is described as peculiar. One owner also felt the minute markers seemed oddly placed. The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto uses a Miyota 9015 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto highly for its wearability and dial design at the price point.

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