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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto - Air-Glaciers EditionvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto - Air-Glaciers Edition42mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto - Air-Glaciers Edition80h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto - Air-Glaciers Edition100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto - Air-Glaciers Edition$1,575
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.1mm
13mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,575
$935

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto - Air-Glaciers Edition

Owners praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto - Air-Glaciers Edition for its legibility, extensive Super-LumiNova, and broad hands, as well as its unique dial design and cool styling with an hour hand cutout and semi-exposed case back. The titanium case is noted for significantly reducing weight. It is powered by the H-30 calibre, offering an 80-hour power reserve. Some owners feel the price is too high for what is essentially a standard model, while others find the styling justifies the cost, with one noting it was available for under $1,000. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto - Air-Glaciers Edition for its distinctive aesthetic and lightweight titanium construction, with some debate regarding its 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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