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Vaer D5 Tropic AutovsLongines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

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D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
LonginesLA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
MSRP $1,400

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES24mm
Power Reserve
D5 Tropic Auto40h
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES40h
Water Resistance
D5 Tropic Auto200m
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES30m
MSRP
D5 Tropic Auto$699
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES$1,400

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
39mm
24mm
Thickness
12.5mm
4.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
29.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
13mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Yellow PVD coating
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Applied
Painted Roman numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
L209.2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours and minutes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$1,400

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What people say

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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.

Longines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

Owners widely praise LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES for its slim, elegant, and gorgeous design, with many finding the bracelets comfortable for daily wear. The quartz models are highlighted for grab-and-go convenience and reliability, while the automatic versions are noted as finely finished dress pieces. The watch is considered a good value, with automatic models available grey market for under $1000. Some owners mention the styling might not appeal to everyone, and one owner's partner's burgundy model has held up well over two years. Overall, owners rate LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES highly for its elegant styling and value proposition.

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