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Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT WatchvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch42mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch72h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch300m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch$1,700
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.6mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
6R54
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,700
$935

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Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch offers a 300-meter depth rating and a caller-style GMT complication powered by the Caliber 6R54 movement, which provides a 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its refined clasp with extensive micro-adjustment. However, the movement's accuracy, ranging from +25 to -15 seconds per day, is considered a drawback by some. Overall, reviewers highlight the Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch as a good reminder of Seiko's value, despite the wide accuracy range of its movement.

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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