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Sternglas KantonvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Kanton
SternglasKanton
MSRP $971
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kanton39mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Kanton38h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Kanton50m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Kanton$971
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Thickness
10mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$971
$935

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What people say

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Sternglas Kanton

The Sternglas Kanton is praised for its refined Bauhaus-inspired design, featuring a silver-plated dial and luminous hands and dots for excellent legibility. Owners and reviewers highlight its comfortable 39mm case size, measuring 10mm thick, and the visible STP 1-11 automatic movement through a sapphire crystal case back. Accuracy figures vary, with one source noting +15 seconds per day, while another suggests improved accuracy over previous models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Kanton highly for its blend of Bauhaus design and Swiss precision at an affordable 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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