Side by side

Vaer D5 Tropic AutovsGruppo Gamma Field III

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699
Field III
Gruppo GammaField III
MSRP $439

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Field III40mm
Power Reserve
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Field III41h
Water Resistance
D5 Tropic Auto200m
Field III200m
MSRP
D5 Tropic Auto$699
Field III$439

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko Instruments NH38A
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$439

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Vaer D5 Tropic Auto vs Gruppo Gamma Field III gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Gruppo Gamma Field III

The watch's 200m water resistance is a notable strength. A weakness is the use of the Seiko NH34A GMT movement, which might be considered less desirable than some other options due to its relatively lower grade compared to other movements in this price range.

Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.