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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer MechanicalvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical36mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical80h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical$975
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
9.95mm
13mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-50
Miyota 9075
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$975
$935

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical for its superior fit and finish, clean and unique design, and overall value, with one owner calling it a significant step up in build quality. The watch measures 36mm wide with a 41.7mm lug-to-lug and 12.8mm thickness. Some owners express concern over its mineral crystal, with one noting the bezel's detents are "kinda whatever." On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical highly for its build quality and value proposition.

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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