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Fears Date Boutique EditionvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Date Boutique Edition
FearsDate Boutique Edition
MSRP $2,458
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Date Boutique Edition39.5mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Date Boutique Edition40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Date Boutique Edition15m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Date Boutique Edition$2,458
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
20mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.95mm
46mm
Water Resistance
15m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Date Boutique Edition
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,458
$935

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What people say

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Fears Date Boutique Edition

Owners widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition for its comfortable wearability, noting its thin profile and short lugs contribute to classy proportions. The brand's classic design, finishing, and customer service also receive commendation. Some find the mallard green dial color less vibrant in person than depicted in photos, and one owner found the $3500 price steep. On balance, owners rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition highly for its comfortable wearability and classic design.

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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