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Seiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited EditionvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition35mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition72h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition50m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition$1,900
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
35mm
39mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
37mm
46mm
Lug Width
11mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R51
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,900
$679

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What people say

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Seiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition features a white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and gold leaf hands, evoking early 20th-century designs. It is powered by the 72-hour calibre 6R51. Overall, owners view the Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition as a meaningful family heirloom.

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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