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Vaer D5 Meridian AutovsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
D5 Meridian Auto200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
D5 Meridian Auto$679
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$679
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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