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Schofield ObscuravsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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

Obscura
SchofieldObscura
MSRP $12,139
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Obscura44mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Obscura57h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Obscura200m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Obscura$12,139
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
GMT
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
15mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.7mm
46mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Damascus Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Unitas 6498-2
Miyota 9075
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
57h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,139
$935

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What people say

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Schofield Obscura

The Schofield Obscura is recognized for its unique Damascus steel case with a textured, reptile-scale or cellular finish and a multi-level dial enhanced by vibrant, multi-emission Super-LumiNova. This hand-wound timepiece is powered by a Unitas/ETA 6498-2 movement, visible through smoked sapphire crystals. It is limited to 40 pieces and priced around £9,558. On balance, reviewers highlight the Schofield Obscura's distinctive case and dial as its primary draw, making it a notable piece for collectors.

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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