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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum PatinavsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
PraesidusC-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
MSRP $550
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina38mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina$550
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
C-47 D-Day - Aluminum Patina
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$935

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What people say

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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina

The Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina is praised for its 38mm diameter and its dial, crafted from actual C-47 airplane doors, offering a unique patina and historical context. Reviewers note its utilitarian, vintage military aesthetic, enhanced by a sandblasted stainless steel case and acrylic crystal. The watch is equipped with a Miyota 9039 movement, 100m water resistance, and Super-LumiNova for visibility. Accuracy is rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with a 42-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers highlight the Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina's historical dial as its most compelling feature, transforming a potentially divisive material into a unique selling point.

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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