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Sugess Tourbillon Master S454vsVaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

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Tourbillon Master S454
SugessTourbillon Master S454
MSRP $999
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
VaerD5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tourbillon Master S45441mm
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Tourbillon Master S45440h
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto40h
Water Resistance
Tourbillon Master S4545m
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto200m
MSRP
Tourbillon Master S454$999
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
8.9mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
5m
200m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Anacapa

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ST8000
Miyota 9015
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$999
$699

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What people say

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Sugess Tourbillon Master S454

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 for its attractive dial finishing, sharp case edges, and the visual appeal of its genuine tourbillon, especially considering its price point. Specific strengths highlighted include a delicate 38mm size with 11.5mm thickness and a crisp winding feel. However, multiple owners note accuracy issues, with figures ranging from +6 to +11 seconds per day and one report of -12 seconds per day. Concerns are also raised about the movement's finishing upon close inspection, the lack of internal anti-reflective coating causing reflections, a small crown that makes winding cumbersome, and potential long-term durability and serviceability challenges. The 24-hour complication is not independently adjustable, and water resistance is limited to 50m. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 highly for its impressive tourbillon and finishing at the price, despite some noted accuracy and finishing caveats.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functional tourbillon movement under $600 is a significant strength. Reviewers noted issues with the bracelet and wearability.

Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto is widely praised for its 39mm case size and refined yet rugged case design, with owners noting it wears well and fits perfectly. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the colorful, multi-layer dial, with one specifically appreciating the matte green dial's accenting of other colors. The watch's American assembly is also a point of praise. One owner found the fit superior to a previous Seiko "Baby Hulk." A reviewer noted the bezel numerals lack lume, and the date wheel's three-orange-one-green pattern is described as peculiar. One owner also felt the minute markers seemed oddly placed. The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto uses a Miyota 9015 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto highly for its wearability and dial design at the price point.

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