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Spinnaker Wreck AutomaticvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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

Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wreck Automatic44mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Wreck Automatic40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Wreck Automatic200m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Wreck Automatic$189
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$189
$935

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What people say

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Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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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