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Straton Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watchvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch
StratonStraton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch
MSRP $599
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch42mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch$599
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
15.9mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
40.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Valjoux ETA7750
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$935

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What people say

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Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch

Owners widely praise the Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch for its great retro feel, TV-shaped case, and fun color combinations. The automatic version is reported to be accurate at approximately +2 seconds per day. The meca-quartz model starts at $320, while the automatic is around $800 with a bracelet, both featuring a 40.8mm lug-to-lug measurement for wearability. Owners consider the quartz version reasonably priced, with its value linked to its mechanical movement. Overall, owners rate the Straton Speciale Automatic or Quartz watch highly for its retro aesthetic and 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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