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Grand Seiko SBGM245vsVaer G2 Pacific GMT

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

Vaer G2 Pacific GMT

Owners widely praise the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT for its value, balancing quality, design, and wearability at its price point. One owner notes the dial can appear cloudy at certain angles. The watch utilizes a Swiss Ronda quartz GMT movement for reliable multi-time zone timekeeping. On balance, owners rate the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT highly for its overall value proposition.

From video reviewers

The USA assembly and accessible price point are key strengths. Reviewers noted the bezel action.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGM24540.5mm
G2 Pacific GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SBGM24572h
G2 Pacific GMT
Water Resistance
SBGM245200m
G2 Pacific GMT150m
MSRP
SBGM245$6,100
G2 Pacific GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
39mm
Thickness
14.4mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Steel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S66
Ronda 515 GMT
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,100
$399
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