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Tudor Black Bay GMT S&GvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Black Bay GMT S&G
TudorBlack Bay GMT S&G
MSRP $5,825
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Black Bay GMT S&G41mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Black Bay GMT S&G70h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Black Bay GMT S&G200m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Black Bay GMT S&G$5,825
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
14.6mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Polished + Satin
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Engraved
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Navy
Indices
Applied

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
MT5652
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
70h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,825
$299

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What people say

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Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G for its muted gold tone and cohesive design, with reviewers noting its value proposition around $5,000-$5,300, powered by an in-house GMT movement. Some owners find the 41mm case and weight make it feel large on the wrist, while reviewers are split on wearability and the execution of the "Root Beer" aesthetic. Concerns are raised about the aluminum bezel insert and initial wear on the gold plating at its price point, though some see the gold-capped bracelet and crown as understandable compromises. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G highly for its unique aesthetic and strong value, with the cohesive design and GMT functionality being key draws.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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