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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$935

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What people say

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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph

Owners widely report AVI-8 watches offer a compelling design and are decently well made for the price. The AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph features a 42mm stainless steel case with curved lugs, a bi-compax meca-quartz movement, and a mineral crystal, with design elements inspired by Supermarine Spitfires. One owner notes that AVI-8 watches are "something different" and "decently well made," though not of "insane quality." On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph for its unique design and value proposition.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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