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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size SkeletonvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Croft Mid-Size Skeleton
SpinnakerCroft Mid-Size Skeleton
MSRP $425
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Dollar Diver
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH38A
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$425
$935

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What people say

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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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