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Praesidus Arctic FieldvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Arctic Field
PraesidusArctic Field
MSRP $195
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arctic Field34mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Arctic Field40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Arctic Field50m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Arctic Field$195
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
34mm
39mm
Thickness
9.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Gray
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
TMI VH-31 Meca-Quartz
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$935

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What people say

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Praesidus Arctic Field

The Praesidus Arctic Field is noted for its good readability and a faux patina that suits its style, with a blue anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal being a welcome detail. One reviewer highlights its 38mm titanium case with a brushed finish and 11.35mm thickness as well-crafted and elegant. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus Arctic Field to be a readable and well-finished field watch.

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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