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Galo Super200 Dark EditionvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Super200 Dark Edition
GaloSuper200 Dark Edition
MSRP $488
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Super200 Dark Edition39mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Super200 Dark Edition42h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Super200 Dark Edition200m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Super200 Dark Edition$488
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Oil pressed, circular brushed (black)
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Texture
Oil pressed
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$279

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What people say

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Galo Super200 Dark Edition

Owners widely praise the Galo Super200 Dark Edition for its design and value, with one owner noting the Miyota 9039 movement and lume on the crown. Some community members observe its resemblance to other dive watches, and one owner finds the "3" marker disrupts the dial layout, though an alternative dial is available. Overall, owners rate the Galo Super200 Dark Edition highly for its perceived value and distinct design elements.

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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