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Grand Seiko SBGP009vsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
SBGP00940mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
SBGP00940h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
SBGP009100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
SBGP009$3,100
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9F85
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,100
$935

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What people say

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Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

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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