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Vaer D5 Tropic AutovsLongines EVIDENZA

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D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699
EVIDENZA
LonginesEVIDENZA
MSRP $2,650

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
EVIDENZA38.75mm
Power Reserve
D5 Tropic Auto40h
EVIDENZA50h
Water Resistance
D5 Tropic Auto200m
EVIDENZA30m
MSRP
D5 Tropic Auto$699
EVIDENZA$2,650

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39mm
38.75mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
L615.3
Power Reserve
40h
50h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, small second at 6 o'clock and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$2,650

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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 EVIDENZA

Owners widely praise the Longines EVIDENZA for its unique tonneau shape, elegant and classy aesthetic, and standout dial texture, with one owner highlighting its suitability for a classic look over 16 years. Reviewers and owners alike commend its blued hands and guilloche dial for evoking panache, though some note the cut-off '6' numeral as a flaw. One owner found the date window useful and well-placed, while another suggested its absence would improve the design. Overall, owners rate the Longines EVIDENZA highly for its distinctive design and elegant finishing.

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