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Vaer DS4 Meridian SolarvsVario 1918 Pilot

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DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279
1918 Pilot
Vario1918 Pilot
MSRP $388

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
1918 Pilot40mm
Power Reserve
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
1918 Pilot40h
Water Resistance
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
1918 Pilot50m
MSRP
DS4 Meridian Solar$279
1918 Pilot$388

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8N33
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$388

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What people say

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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.

Vario 1918 Pilot

The Vario 1918 Pilot is praised for its classy, unique, and beautifully done vintage theme, especially its 45-degree tilted enamel dial and cathedral hands, offered at a bargain price. Owners note the Miyota 8N33 hand-wound movement with over 40 hours of power reserve and C3 lume. Some find the 40mm size a bit small for larger wrists, and the Vario logo is occasionally seen as out of place. The tilted dial is impractical for right-wrist wear, and one owner reported disappointment with the movement's loudness. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1918 Pilot well for its unique dial execution and vintage aesthetic at an accessible price point.

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