# Vario D-Day Watch Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Vario D-Day Watch is a compact 38.5mm vintage field watch inspired by WWII paratrooper pieces from D-Day, featuring a black sunburst dial with fully lumed syringe markers and hands powered by a reliable Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with 38-hour power reserve, appealing to budget-conscious collectors who value military heritage aesthetics and everyday wearability.

## Overall Watch Rating: 5.7/10.0

**Material Metric (8.8/10.0)** - Premium 316L stainless steel case paired with double-domed sapphire crystal and AR coating rivals entry-level luxury tool watches like the Oris Aquis in build quality.
**Movement Metric (7.2/10.0)** - The Sellita SW200-1 delivers solid reliability with hacking and hand-winding, on par with workhorse automatics in Hamilton Khaki models.
**Dials & Design Metric (7.8/10.0)** - Vintage military styling with applied indices and potent BGW9 lume excels in legibility and charm, surpassing basic Seiko 5 designs.
**Versatility Metric (7.0/10.0)** - Its slim profile and field-watch toughness suit casual and light adventure use well, similar to a Timex Expedition but with superior finishing.
**Brand Metric (6.0/10.0)** - Vario stands as a capable enthusiast microbrand offering Swiss movements affordably, comparable to bold newcomers like Baltic.
**Functions Metric (4.7/10.0)** - Standard time and date display meets everyday needs adequately, matching typical mid-tier autos like the Tissot Gentleman.
**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Simple date window provides basic utility without flair, on level with entry-level Hamiltons.
**Rarity Metric (3.2/10.0)** - At $499 MSRP with open production, it offers common accessibility akin to mass-produced Seiko divers.
**History & Innovation Metric (3.5/10.0)** - Solid homage to military icons lacks deep heritage or breakthroughs, trailing established names like Omega.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 8.2
## TPS Interpretation: Excellent Value: This watch overdelivers on materials, movement, and design relative to its price, providing near-premium features in a budget package.
## WM Collector Grade: A-
## Performance Insights: Standout material and design scores drive value well above implied price expectations, while history and rarity remain typical for microbrand field watches.

## Watch Data
[Picture URL] - https://vario.sg/cdn/shop/files/D-Day_1_1024x1024.jpg?v=1662923456; [backPicture] - https://vario.sg/cdn/shop/files/D-Day_back_1024x1024.jpg?v=1662923456; [lumePicture] - https://vario.sg/cdn/shop/files/D-Day_lume_1024x1024.jpg?v=1662923456; [Nickname] - ; [Brand] - Vario; [Model] - D-Day Watch; [Country] - Singapore; [Product Link] - https://vario.sg/products/vario-dday-watch; [reviewLink] - ; [Movement Type] - Automatic; [Movement Name] - Sellita SW200-1; [# MSRP] - 499; [# Secondary] - 450; [# Production] - Unlimited; [watchDescription] - Vintage field watch with military-inspired design, black sunburst dial, and luminous markers; [caseWidth] - 38.5; [lugToLugLength] - 46; [thickness] - 11.3; [lug] - 20; [waterResist] - 50; [powerReserve] - 38; [beatFrequency] - 28800; [lume] - Super-LumiNova BGW9; [jewels] - 26; [caseMaterial] - 316L Stainless Steel; [watchGlass] - Double-Domed Sapphire AR; [Bezel] - Fixed Polished; [caseback] - Screwdown Exhibition; [Crown] - Screwdown; [Strap] - Leather NATO Quick Release; [Shape] - Round; [Dial] - Black Sunburst; [caseShape] - Round; [Seconds] - 1; [Date] - 1; [Calendar] - 0; [Chiming] - 0; [Chronograph] - 0; [Compass] - 0; [dateCompilation] - 0; [DigitalDisplay] - 0; [Dress] - 0; [Field] - 1; [GMT] - 0; [Mechanical Alarm] - 0; [Moonphase] - 0; [Tourbillon] - 0; [worldTimer] - 0; [powerReserveIndicator] - 0; [Diver] - 0; [Pilot] - 0; [racing] - 0; [Skeleton] - 0; [Vintage] - 0; [StyleFormal] - 0; [StyleCasual] - 1; [StyleSports] - 0; [StyleTravel] - 0; [StyleAdventure] - 1; [StyleCollector] - 1; [StyleTool] - 1; [StyleStatement] - 0; [StyleVintage] - 1; [StyleSmart] - 0; [StyleCustom] - 0; [TPS_new] - 8.2; [TPSgrade] - A-; [TPSimpliedPrice] - 1250;

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