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Tudor Pelagos LHDvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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Pelagos LHD
TudorPelagos LHD
MSRP $6,025
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pelagos LHD40mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Pelagos LHD70h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
Pelagos LHD500m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
Pelagos LHD$6,025
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
14.3mm
12.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Satin
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
500m
200m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
MT5612-LHD
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
70h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,025
$679

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What people say

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Tudor Pelagos LHD

The Tudor Pelagos LHD is widely praised for its value and technical specifications, including its titanium case, ceramic bezel, and 500m water resistance. Some owners note that the cream-colored lume and the five lines of text on the dial are potential drawbacks, though the red "Pelagos" text is seen as a positive detail. Overall, the consensus is that the Tudor Pelagos LHD offers significant technical features and value for its price point.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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