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Vaer D5 Meridian AutovsWilliam Wood Fire Exit Watch

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D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679
Fire Exit Watch
William WoodFire Exit Watch
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Fire Exit Watch41mm
Power Reserve
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Fire Exit Watch40h
Water Resistance
D5 Meridian Auto200m
Fire Exit Watch100m
MSRP
D5 Meridian Auto$679
Fire Exit Watch$1,495

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Standard

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW220

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$679
$1,495

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What people say

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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.

William Wood Fire Exit Watch

The William Wood Fire Exit Watch is praised for its fun, conversation-starting design and attractive colors, featuring a gunmetal gray 41mm steel case and comfortable straps made from decommissioned fire hose. Reviewers note its Sellita SW220 automatic movement offers a 41-hour power reserve. One reviewer found the small dial indicators difficult to read. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the William Wood Fire Exit Watch for its unique design and comfortable wearability.

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