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Vaer DS4 Meridian SolarvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
DS4 Meridian Solar$279
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
10.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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