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Maen Manhattan 40vsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Manhattan 40
MaenManhattan 40
MSRP $799
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Manhattan 4040mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Manhattan 4040h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Manhattan 40100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Manhattan 40$799
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
M3.1.1
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$799
$935

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Maen Manhattan 40

Owners appreciate the Maen Manhattan 40's thin case and unique dial, with some finding its proportions too large for smaller wrists. One owner noted a snagging crown and difficult winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +18s/d to +24s/d on the 37mm version, while another owner of the 40mm model did not specify accuracy. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Maen Manhattan 40 to be a good value, with its thinness and dial finishing being key strengths.

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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