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Ikepod Seapod S030vsVaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

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Seapod S030
IkepodSeapod S030
MSRP $1,566
G2 Apocalypse GMT
VaerG2 Apocalypse GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S03046mm
G2 Apocalypse GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S03040h
G2 Apocalypse GMT40h
Water Resistance
Seapod S030100m
G2 Apocalypse GMT150m
MSRP
Seapod S030$1,566
G2 Apocalypse GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10.8mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda 515 GMT
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$399

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S030

The Ikepod Seapod S030 is praised for its refined, enthusiast-oriented design and unique pebble shape, featuring a sandwich dial with 3D colored hour markers. It houses a Miyota 9039 automatic movement and offers a 200m depth rating, all within a 46mm steel case for just over $1,600 USD. Reviewers note the lume is weak and the seconds hand lacks lume, while the bezel is unknurled. On balance, reviewers find the Ikepod Seapod S030 a successful and affordable timepiece with a unique design.

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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