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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.
1 Variant
Retail MSRP
$699
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Static data
Case
39mm
Power Reserve
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Movement
Automatic
Water Resistance
200m
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Case Dimensions
Diameter39mm
Thickness12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug46mm
Lug Width20mm
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Case Build
Material316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance200m
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Crystal & Dial
CrystalSapphire
Dial ColorStandard
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Movement
Caliber
TypeAutomatic
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve—
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
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Design Language
Dial styleMatte
BezelRotating (dive)
Bracelet / strapLug-attached bracelet
HandsBaton
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In a nutshell
The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto (ref. d5-tropic-usa-diver) is an automatic diver watch, with a 39mm 316l stainless steel case, 12.5mm thick, powered by the Miyota 9015 movement. Water resistance is rated to 200m, under a sapphire crystal. Manufacturer MSRP is $699.