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Phoibos Depth Hunter DlcvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Depth Hunter Dlc
PhoibosDepth Hunter Dlc
MSRP $500
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Depth Hunter Dlc40mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Depth Hunter Dlc40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Depth Hunter Dlc300m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Depth Hunter Dlc$500
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$500
$935

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What people say

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Phoibos Depth Hunter Dlc

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter Dlc for its surprisingly slim 300m diver profile and unique, summery aesthetic. Some owners note a mismatch between the case and dial, find the hands resemble popsicles, and consider the lume disappointing. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter Dlc highly for its slim case and fresh, summery design at the 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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