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Praesidus A-11 Type 44vsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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A-11 Type 44
PraesidusA-11 Type 44
MSRP $555
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A-11 Type 4438mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
A-11 Type 4440h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
A-11 Type 44100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
A-11 Type 44$555
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Patina
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Landeron L21
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$555
$935

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What people say

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Praesidus A-11 Type 44

The Praesidus A-11 Type 44 is lauded for its faithful vintage aesthetic, featuring a domed acrylic crystal and coin-edge bezel, with its 38mm size offering a comfortable modern wear. It includes 100 meters of water resistance and a Swiss Soprod P024 movement with hacking and manual winding, assembled in the U.S. Some find the 32mm variant overpriced for its Landeron 21 movement, and the drilled lugs appear too close to the lug edge, though it keeps excellent time, gaining about 6 seconds per day, and feels substantial for its size despite a 13mm thickness. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Praesidus A-11 Type 44 for its authentic vintage design and comfortable wearability at its 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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