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CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue WatchvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch
CWCG10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch
MSRP $333
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch38mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch50m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch$333
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Lug Width
18.5mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA F06.461
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$935

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What people say

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CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch for its 36mm size and comfortable, "chunky" wearability, with one owner calling it their "perfect watch." The bead-blasted stainless steel case, fixed spring bars, and acrylic crystal that scratches but buffs out are noted features. Some enthusiasts point out the dial's "T" marking alongside Super-LumiNova as a detail difference from originals, and one owner found the reissue's crystal magnified the dial more. The 50m water resistance is considered sufficient for its field watch purpose. On balance, owners rate the CWC G10 Fatboy-80 Quartz Re-Issue Watch highly for its comfortable wearability and distinct dial at its price 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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