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Phoibos Eagle Ray DatevsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Eagle Ray Date
PhoibosEagle Ray Date
MSRP $480
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Eagle Ray Date40mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Eagle Ray Date40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Eagle Ray Date200m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Eagle Ray Date$480
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$480
$935

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What people say

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Phoibos Eagle Ray Date

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date's design and value, with one owner specifically noting the attractive logo and another finding it well-made for its price. The watch features a 41mm case, a ceramic bezel, and a date window at 6 o'clock, powered by a Miyota 9015 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. One owner reported receiving a non-functional unit and experiencing poor customer service. On balance, owners value the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date for its design and price point, despite a reported instance of a defective unit and customer service issues.

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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