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Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 FieldvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

CISO M38 Field
Tornek-RayvilleCISO M38 Field
MSRP $695
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
CISO M38 Field38mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
CISO M38 Field42h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
CISO M38 Field100m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
CISO M38 Field$695
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.45mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.6mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
TMI NH36
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$695
$699

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What people say

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Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field

Owners widely report the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field offers high overall quality with a comfortable bracelet featuring single-sided screw links. The watch exhibits minimal wear, with only hairline scratches and a faint, difficult-to-photograph bezel mark. On balance, owners value the Tornek-Rayville CISO M38 Field for its robust build and comfortable wearability.

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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