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Studio Underd0g The ManhattanvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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The Manhattan
Studio Underd0gThe Manhattan
MSRP $1,000
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Manhattan39.5mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
The Manhattan40h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
The Manhattan
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
The Manhattan$1,000
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Manual
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,000
$679

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What people say

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Studio Underd0g The Manhattan

Studio Underd0g The Manhattan is widely praised for its captivating amber fumé sunray dial with a raised sapphire disc, creating unique depth and animation. Owners appreciate the comfortable 38mm cushion case and the tactile winding feel of the manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement. Some in the community note the dial's design elements are reminiscent of Fears. The watch offers 10atm water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Studio Underd0g The Manhattan highly for its distinctive dial and comfortable wearability.

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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