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Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa AutovsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
VaerD5 Pacific Anacapa Auto
MSRP $699
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto39mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto40h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto200m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto$699
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Anacapa
MOP

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko NH34 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$499

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What people say

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Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto

The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto is widely praised for its 39mm case size and refined yet rugged case design, with owners noting it wears well and fits perfectly. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the colorful, multi-layer dial, with one specifically appreciating the matte green dial's accenting of other colors. The watch's American assembly is also a point of praise. One owner found the fit superior to a previous Seiko "Baby Hulk." A reviewer noted the bezel numerals lack lume, and the date wheel's three-orange-one-green pattern is described as peculiar. One owner also felt the minute markers seemed oddly placed. The Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto uses a Miyota 9015 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Pacific Anacapa Auto highly for its wearability and dial design at the price point.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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