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Tissot PRC 200vsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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PRC 200
TissotPRC 200
MSRP $595
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRC 20043mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
PRC 20040h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
PRC 200200m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
PRC 200$595
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
12.02mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Arabic and indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$595
$699

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What people say

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Tissot PRC 200

Owners widely praise the Tissot PRC 200's dial depth and legibility, with one noting the blue dial is more impressive in person. Reviewers highlight its satisfyingly weighted pushers and accessible entry into mechanical chronographs. The watch features a clean white dial with Arabic numerals for easy reading and bright green lume on its hands, offering a genuine 200m water resistance. One owner flags the day function as inaccurate, requiring weekly resets, though timekeeping is very accurate. The 44mm steel case is described as a bit thick but wearable, with a rubber strap option enhancing comfort at its $1,025 price. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Tissot PRC 200 for its legible dial and robust water resistance at an accessible price point.

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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