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Vaer G5 Meridian GMTvsZelos Aurora Moonphase

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G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935
Aurora Moonphase
ZelosAurora Moonphase
MSRP $949

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Aurora Moonphase39mm
Power Reserve
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Aurora Moonphase40h
Water Resistance
G5 Meridian GMT200m
Aurora Moonphase200m
MSRP
G5 Meridian GMT$935
Aurora Moonphase$949

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Moonphase
Thickness
13mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Green
Meteorite

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Sellita SW288

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$935
$949

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Aurora Moonphase

Owners widely praise Zelos for offering excellent value, solid build quality, and enthusiast-friendly designs, with unique dial variants often selling out quickly. The Zelos Aurora Moonphase is noted as a desirable model, though finding one can be challenging. Some owners find Zelos's designs, including those of the Aurora line, to be too flashy for everyday wear, preferring a more subdued aesthetic. One owner reported their Zelos Aurora Nebula 38mm running at -5.3 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Aurora Moonphase highly for its desirable microbrand status and unique dial appeal.

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