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Citizen GarrisonvsVaer G2 Pacific GMT

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Garrison
CitizenGarrison
MSRP $206
G2 Pacific GMT
VaerG2 Pacific GMT
MSRP $399
What people say

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Citizen Garrison

Owners widely praise the Citizen Garrison for its excellent legibility, comfortable size for slender wrists, and impressive value at its price point. The brushed case finishing is noted as surprisingly well-done, and the green dial is a particular highlight for many. Accuracy is frequently lauded, with one owner calling it the most accurate quartz watch they've owned, and the solar battery is appreciated. However, some owners wish for a smaller case size, and opinions are split on the bracelet and strap, with some finding them comfortable and others suggesting upgrades. The day-date complication is also a point of discussion, with some preferring its integration and others desiring a cleaner dial. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its legibility and value, making it a favored tool watch.

Vaer G2 Pacific GMT

Owners widely praise the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT for its value, balancing quality, design, and wearability at its price point. One owner notes the dial can appear cloudy at certain angles. The watch utilizes a Swiss Ronda quartz GMT movement for reliable multi-time zone timekeeping. On balance, owners rate the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT highly for its overall value proposition.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Garrison43mm
G2 Pacific GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Garrison40h
G2 Pacific GMT40h
Water Resistance
Garrison100m
G2 Pacific GMT150m
MSRP
Garrison$206
G2 Pacific GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J810
Ronda 515 GMT
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$206
$399
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