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Vaer DS2 Meridian QuartzvsVaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

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DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239
G2 Apocalypse GMT
VaerG2 Apocalypse GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

5 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
G2 Apocalypse GMT39mm
Power Reserve
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
G2 Apocalypse GMT40h
Water Resistance
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
G2 Apocalypse GMT150m
MSRP
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239
G2 Apocalypse GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Thickness
10.4mm
10.8mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$239
$399

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What people say

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Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

Owners praise the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT's well-executed proportions and smooth GMT bezel action. One owner reports quality control issues such as misaligned hands and dust under the crystal, attributing these to the sub-$500 price point. The watch features a caller-style quartz movement for quick-set date adjustment and its lume is functional, though noted as a step below other models. Overall, owners find the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT offers good value for its price, despite potential quality control concerns.

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