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Tissot PRC 100 SolarvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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PRC 100 Solar
TissotPRC 100 Solar
MSRP $575
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRC 100 Solar39mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
PRC 100 Solar40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
PRC 100 Solar100m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
PRC 100 Solar$575
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
9.22mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$279

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What people say

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Tissot PRC 100 Solar

Owners and reviewers highlight the Tissot PRC 100 Solar's value and modern, urban aesthetic, with its slim 9.2mm case and good finishing for the price. The solar movement is a key feature, offering a 14-month power reserve and rapid charging capabilities. Some owners find the dial colors a bit uninspired, and the date window placement is disliked, while the second hand's ticking is noted as a drawback compared to automatic movements. The watch's 39mm case is considered versatile, though some prefer a smaller 35-37mm size. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot PRC 100 Solar a versatile daily wear, particularly for its solar technology and Swiss-made appeal at its price point.

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.

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