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Farer WORLD TIMERvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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WORLD TIMER
FarerWORLD TIMER
MSRP $1,575
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
WORLD TIMER39mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
WORLD TIMER56h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
WORLD TIMER100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
WORLD TIMER$1,575
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
World Timer
GMT
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel with gold PVD coating
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW331-2
Miyota 9075
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
56h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,575
$935

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What people say

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Farer WORLD TIMER

Owners widely praise the Farer WORLD TIMER for its detailed dial work, including bronze inlay patina and shiny minute markers, as well as its powerful lume and gorgeous case finishing. The 39mm sizing is considered perfect by some reviewers, offering a blend of function and elegance that punches above its price point, while others find the matching blue dial hinders legibility. One owner noted the bracelet lacked microadjusts. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer WORLD TIMER highly for its detailed dial work and versatile case finishing at its price.

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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