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Astor + Banks ChronovsVaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
G2 Apocalypse GMT
VaerG2 Apocalypse GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
G2 Apocalypse GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
G2 Apocalypse GMT40h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
G2 Apocalypse GMT150m
MSRP
Chrono$575
G2 Apocalypse GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
Ronda 515 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the 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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