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Maen Classic 36vsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Classic 36
MaenClassic 36
MSRP $639
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic 3636mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Classic 3640h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Classic 3650m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Classic 36$639
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
9.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$639
$935

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Maen Classic 36

Owners widely praise the Maen Classic 36 for its salmon dial and clean moon phase, with its radial brushing also noted as a positive design element. One owner reports excellent quality, drawing from experience with a sibling model. A concern exists regarding the inability to try on microbrand watches before purchase to assess value. One owner experienced a non-functional watch upon arrival. Overall, owners value the Maen Classic 36 for its attractive dial and design elements, though a significant quality control issue was reported by one owner.

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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