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CWC G40 Quartz WatchvsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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G40 Quartz Watch
CWCG40 Quartz Watch
MSRP $333
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G40 Quartz Watch40mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
G40 Quartz Watch40h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
G40 Quartz Watch200m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
G40 Quartz Watch$333
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
CWC G40 Quartz Watch
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$679

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What people say

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CWC G40 Quartz Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC G40 Quartz Watch for its robust 20atm water resistance and domed sapphire crystal, with one owner finding the faux patina subtle and natural. However, some find the dial proportions of the 40mm model to have too much negative space and ill-proportioned numerals. On balance, owners appreciate the CWC G40 Quartz Watch for its rugged build and grab-and-go reliability.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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