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Mr Jones Watches M1vsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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M1
Mr Jones WatchesM1
MSRP $195
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
M1
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
M140h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
M1
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
M1$195
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
GMT
Diameter
39mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Standard
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$935

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Mr Jones Watches M1

Owners widely praise the Mr Jones Watches M1 for its unique, artistic design and consider it a fun, well-made conversation starter. Some owners find the time-reading challenging. One owner reported disappointment with the black stainless steel strap, but noted an 18mm leather strap fit well. Overall, owners appreciate the Mr Jones Watches M1 for its distinctive artistic appeal, though some find it difficult to read the time and consider the price high.

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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