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Glycine Airpilot GMTvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Airpilot GMT
GlycineAirpilot GMT
MSRP $1,595
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airpilot GMT44mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Airpilot GMT
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Airpilot GMT100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Airpilot GMT$1,595
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
10.75mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
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
Blue
Green
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
1
25
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$935

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What people say

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Glycine Airpilot GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airpilot GMT for its exceptional value, citing case and bracelet finishing that rivals much more expensive watches, a vibrant dial, and clear legibility. One owner notes a potential concern about the crown stem, having encountered similar issues with the brand. The clasp is considered average, and the red numbers on the inner chapter ring are too small to be useful. The 52mm lug-to-lug may be too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Airpilot GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition.

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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