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Brew Metric LitevsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Metric Lite30mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Metric Lite
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Metric Lite50m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Metric Lite$375
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Mechanical
GMT
Diameter
30mm
39mm
Thickness
10.55mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
34mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316L
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Applied Index Markers
Green
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
6T27
Miyota 9075
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$935

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What people say

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Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

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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