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Orient Bambino Solar QuartzvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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

Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Bambino Solar Quartz$265
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38.4mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
VS213
Miyota 9075
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$265
$935

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

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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