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Farer PILOT SERIES IIvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935
What people say

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Farer PILOT SERIES II

Owners widely praise the Farer PILOT SERIES II for its purposeful design, remarkable legibility, and trademark use of color, with many finding its 39mm case and 45mm lug-to-lug dimensions to be perfect proportions. Some owners, however, find the watch pricey and note its use of grade 2 titanium. Opinions are split on the minute numerals on the black dial, with some finding them less appealing. One owner noted a misaligned Roman I index on a specific model. On balance, owners rate the Farer PILOT SERIES II highly for its unique dial designs and excellent wearability.

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.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PILOT SERIES II40mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
PILOT SERIES II56h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
PILOT SERIES II100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
PILOT SERIES II$1,350
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Material
Grade 2 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$935
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