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Glycine Airman GMTvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Airman GMT
GlycineAirman GMT
MSRP $2,950
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman GMT46mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Airman GMT48h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Airman GMT100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Airman GMT$2,950
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
46mm
39mm
Thickness
12.18mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,950
$935

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Glycine Airman GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman GMT for its value and classic design, with specific appreciation for its 39mm sizing, 200m water resistance, and beefy signed crowns. Reviewers highlight its faithful re-issue nature, retaining vintage features like the plexiglass crystal and locking friction bezel with a thumbscrew crown, while some owners note its subtle blue degrade dial and red-tipped GMT hand. Accuracy from its Sellita-based automatic movement is described as acceptable, though some owners find the dual 12-hour and 24-hour scales confusing and the slim GMT hand difficult to read. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers rate the Glycine Airman GMT highly for its vintage charm and robust build at its price point.

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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