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Christopher Ward C63 True GMTvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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C63 True GMT
Christopher WardC63 True GMT
MSRP $4,135
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 True GMT48mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
C63 True GMT120h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
C63 True GMT100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
C63 True GMT$4,135
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
48mm
39mm
Thickness
14.15mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CW-002
Miyota 9075
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120h
40h
Jewels
33
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,135
$935

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Christopher Ward C63 True GMT

The Christopher Ward C63 True GMT is widely praised for its in-house CW-002 caliber, which offers a 120-hour power reserve and COSC certification. Owners find the 39mm case size comfortable, though some note it wears closer to 40-41mm. While the PVD hands provide good contrast and the lume is praised for readability, one owner felt the orange accent lacked pop and the gloss dial/text combo appeared cheap in certain lighting. One owner also noted a perceived slight difference in production quality compared to a sibling model's bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C63 True GMT highly for its impressive power reserve and COSC-certified movement at its price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is praised for its polished and curved surfaces. The watch uses a Sellita SW330-2 movement. Reviewers disagree on the case size, with one noting 40.5mm and another highlighting a 36mm option.

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.

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