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Lorier Astra Cosmic BluevsVaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

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Astra Cosmic Blue
LorierAstra Cosmic Blue
MSRP $499
G2 Apocalypse GMT
VaerG2 Apocalypse GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Astra Cosmic Blue36mm
G2 Apocalypse GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Astra Cosmic Blue40h
G2 Apocalypse GMT40h
Water Resistance
Astra Cosmic Blue50m
G2 Apocalypse GMT150m
MSRP
Astra Cosmic Blue$499
G2 Apocalypse GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515 GMT
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$399

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What people say

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Lorier Astra Cosmic Blue

Owners widely praise the Lorier Astra Cosmic Blue for its beautiful, vintage 1960s aesthetic and comfortable 36mm size, fitting well even after initial adjustment. Some community members appreciate its clean lines and attractive design, though a few wish for more variation in the brand's case and bracelet designs across its models. Overall, owners rate the Lorier Astra Cosmic Blue highly for its stunning, dressy vintage appeal and wearability.

Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

Owners praise the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT's well-executed proportions and smooth GMT bezel action. One owner reports quality control issues such as misaligned hands and dust under the crystal, attributing these to the sub-$500 price point. The watch features a caller-style quartz movement for quick-set date adjustment and its lume is functional, though noted as a step below other models. Overall, owners find the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT offers good value for its price, despite potential quality control concerns.

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