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Vaer G2 Meridian GMTvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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G2 Meridian GMT
VaerG2 Meridian GMT
MSRP $399
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G2 Meridian GMT39mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
G2 Meridian GMT40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
G2 Meridian GMT150m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
G2 Meridian GMT$399
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10.8mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Cream

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$279

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What people say

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Vaer G2 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G2 Meridian GMT is praised for its vintage-inspired design and affordability, featuring a domed sapphire crystal and 150-meter water resistance. Owners note the applied indexes and hands are finished with Grade A Super-LumiNova BGW9. One owner reports the GMT hand lags by ten minutes, suggesting a potential quality control issue or need for adjustment, while another mentions the quartz movement requires resetting main hands for cross-timezone travel. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Vaer G2 Meridian GMT a good-looking, affordable travel watch, with its design and value being key attractions despite minor functional considerations with the GMT hand.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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