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Tudor Pelagos UltravsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Pelagos Ultra
TudorPelagos Ultra
MSRP $6,900
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pelagos Ultra40mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Pelagos Ultra65h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Pelagos Ultra100m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Pelagos Ultra$6,900
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
14.5mm
12.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Satin
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
MT5612-U
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
65h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,900
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Tudor Pelagos Ultra

The Tudor Pelagos Ultra is praised for its 1000 meters of water resistance, METAS-certified Calibre MT5612-U movement, and fully lumed dial and bezel. Reviewers highlight its titanium case and self-adjusting clasp as key features. The Tudor Pelagos Ultra is slightly larger at 43mm than some other models in the line but wears comfortably. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Pelagos Ultra highly for its technical specifications and comfortable wearability as a flagship dive watch.

From video reviewers

The Tudor Pelagos Ultra's all-titanium construction provides a lightweight and durable case. One weakness is the lack of lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on whether the helium release valve is a notable feature or a drawback for a more streamlined design.

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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