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Vaer DS2 Meridian QuartzvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

4 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
10.4mm
10.6mm
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$239
$279

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What people say

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Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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