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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited EditionvsVaer G2 Meridian GMT

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition is praised for its vintage racing concept, applied markers, and dial that shifts from cream to silver with orange accents. Owners appreciate the Datsun logo, dual crowns, and internal countdown bezel, with some noting Seiko's finishing is top-notch. However, some find the dial text cluttered, particularly "automatic 3 days," and consider the price point too high. The watch features a 42mm black-coated stainless steel case, an external tachymeter bezel, and Seiko's 8R48 automatic chronograph movement with a 45-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition well for its unique vintage concept and quality finishing, though price remains a point of contention for some.

Vaer G2 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G2 Meridian GMT is praised for its vintage-inspired design and affordability, featuring a domed sapphire crystal and 150-meter water resistance. Owners note the applied indexes and hands are finished with Grade A Super-LumiNova BGW9. One owner reports the GMT hand lags by ten minutes, suggesting a potential quality control issue or need for adjustment, while another mentions the quartz movement requires resetting main hands for cross-timezone travel. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Vaer G2 Meridian GMT a good-looking, affordable travel watch, with its design and value being key attractions despite minor functional considerations with the GMT hand.

From video reviewers

The 39mm case size delivers comfortable wearability and lug-to-lug proportions suitable for most wrists. The quartz movement sacrifices prestige compared to automatic alternatives, though it ensures reliable accuracy. The red/navy aluminum bezel and Swiss Ronda quartz movement at an accessible price make it a practical travel watch.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition39.5mm
G2 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition72h
G2 Meridian GMT
Water Resistance
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition200m
G2 Meridian GMT150m
MSRP
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition$1,150
G2 Meridian GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Steel
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6R55
Ronda 515 GMT
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,150
$399
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