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Tudor Black Bay ProvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Black Bay Pro
TudorBlack Bay Pro
MSRP $5,075
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Black Bay Pro39mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Black Bay Pro70h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Black Bay Pro200m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Black Bay Pro$5,075
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
14.6mm
12.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Polished + Satin
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
MT5652
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,075
$699

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What people say

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Tudor Black Bay Pro

The Tudor Black Bay Pro is praised for its handsome design, high-quality finishing, and 200-meter water resistance. Reviewers note its 39mm case size contributes to comfortable wear, though its 14.6mm thickness is considered substantial due to case design and movement height, giving it a satisfyingly chunky sport watch presence. Some find the three snowflake hands a minor aesthetic quibble. On balance, reviewers consider the Tudor Black Bay Pro a nice watch for enthusiasts at an attractive price point, appreciating its fixed steel bezel and contrasting date wheel.

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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