Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMTvsVaer G5 Pacific GMT
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Measurements
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C65 Aquitaine GMT
G5 Pacific GMT
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.7mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
12.7mm
lowest
13mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
56h
n/a
MSRP
$1,710
$989
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW330-2
Miyota 9075
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT is widely praised for its stunning design, with reviewers and owners highlighting the "Beach Sand" or "White Sand" dial and the deep blue ceramic bezel. The watch is noted for its vintage aesthetic, with some comparing it to other popular models, and is considered lightweight, rugged, and suitable for travel. The sapphire bezel is described as the best the brand has produced, and the box-sapphire crystal adds to its appeal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT highly for its beautiful design and vintage-inspired capability at its price point.
The "light-catcher" case finish is a standout strength. The end-link fit on the bracelet was a point of criticism. Reviewers disagreed on whether the Aquitaine GMT is the brand's best offering.
Owners widely praise the Vaer G5 Pacific GMT for its value and nice case machining, with one reviewer highlighting its vintage-inspired design featuring beige lume and an orange GMT hand. The watch offers true GMT functionality with its Miyota 9075 movement, and its 39mm diameter with twisted lugs helps minimize perceived size despite a highly domed sapphire crystal. Some owners are split on the steel bezel, with one preferring it for GMT functionality while another returned a variant due to a misaligned date, suggesting potential quality control variability. Overall, owners rate the Vaer G5 Pacific GMT highly for its value, with its dial's behavior at certain angles being acceptable given the price.
The Miyota 9075 "Flyer" GMT movement is a strong point. The bezel action is a point of contention.
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