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Straton Straton Curve Chrono MKIIvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
13.9mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.4mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Stamped Design with Wheel
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
NE86
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
$279

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What people say

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Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

From video reviewers

The Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar pairs a USA-assembled solar quartz movement with a matte blue dial offering strong legibility, delivering reliable everyday functionality across multiple case sizes (38mm and 42mm options). The watch combines 200m water resistance, scratch-resistant properties, and solid lume in an affordably priced package backed by a warranty.

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