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Vaer G5 Meridian GMTvsZelos Starfighter Chronograph

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G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935
Starfighter Chronograph
ZelosStarfighter Chronograph
MSRP $1,799

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Starfighter Chronograph41mm
Power Reserve
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Starfighter Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
G5 Meridian GMT200m
Starfighter Chronograph50m
MSRP
G5 Meridian GMT$935
Starfighter Chronograph$1,799

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Green
Spitfire LE

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
ETA 2894 Élaboré

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$935
$1,799

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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 Starfighter Chronograph

Owners find the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph appealing, with one noting the beauty of the Aventurine dial and another praising the blue dial and lumed subdials. One owner is selling the watch to acquire other chronographs. Overall, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal of the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph, particularly its dial options and lumed subdials.

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