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Tissot Le LoclevsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Le Locle
TissotLe Locle
MSRP $795
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Le Locle39.3mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Le Locle80h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Le Locle30m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Le Locle$795
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
39.3mm
39mm
Thickness
9.75mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
39.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Silver
Green
Indices
Roman
Applied

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$935

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What people say

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Tissot Le Locle

The Tissot Le Locle is widely praised for its classic elegance, featuring a guilloché dial and a 39.3mm case size that reviewers note wears well due to its reasonable 9.7mm thickness. Owners appreciate its premium appearance and artistic caseback, fitting for minimalistic, non-sporty styles. The reliable ETA 2824-2 movement is a common feature, though its approximately 40-hour power reserve is considered a drawback by some. The bracelet style is not universally favored, but the overall value at around $450-$500 is consistently highlighted. Overall, owners and reviewers highly recommend the Tissot Le Locle as a classy and versatile dress watch, primarily for its elegant design and comfortable wearability 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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