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Citizen GarrisonvsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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Garrison
CitizenGarrison
MSRP $244
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Garrison42mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
Garrison40h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Garrison100m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
Garrison$244
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
E101
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$244
$239

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What people say

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Citizen Garrison

The Citizen Garrison is widely praised as a versatile tool watch offering excellent value, with owners frequently highlighting its legibility, comfortable wear, and clean dial design. The titanium case and solar battery are noted as key features contributing to its appeal. Some owners prefer the 37mm or 38mm sizes for everyday wear and outdoor activities, while others appreciate the 43mm version for its day-date display. The included strap receives mixed reviews, with some finding it surprisingly good for the price and others preferring alternatives. On balance, owners rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its tool-like functionality and legibility at an accessible price point.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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