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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black AutomaticvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
MSRP $895
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic38mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic65h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic$895
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Screw Down w/ Sapphire Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green
Indices
Applied
Lume
X1 C3
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-2
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
65h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$935

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What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its sharp finishing, textured pearlescent dial, and excellent lume. The simple, understated design and comfortable 38mm size are also frequently highlighted. Some owners note the bracelet lacks quick micro-adjustments and the quick-release spring bars can dig into the wrist. One owner found the lume blocks potentially thinner and the font on larger numbers less desirable than a standard typeface, though the seconds hand was considered a success. Overall, owners highly recommend the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its great craftsmanship and value.

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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