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Tissot PRXvsVaer G2 Pacific GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

PRX
TissotPRX
MSRP $450
G2 Pacific GMT
VaerG2 Pacific GMT
MSRP $399
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Tissot PRX

The Tissot PRX is widely praised for its excellent case and bracelet finishing, offering remarkable value and a luxurious feel that belies its price point. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight its comfortable, thin profile and integrated bracelet design. The dial pattern is noted for its retro, 1980s aesthetic, and the reliable automatic movement contributes to its appeal as a strong contender for a first mechanical watch. However, some owners point out a lack of micro-adjustment on the bracelet clasp, and one reviewer noted issues with quality control on a chronograph model, including a malfunctioning hand and dust on the dial. The sapphire crystal's lack of AR-coating and the shininess of the hour and minute hands are also mentioned as minor drawbacks. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PRX highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement's reliability and 80-hour power reserve are consistently praised. The integrated bracelet's susceptibility to scratches is a noted weakness. Reviewers disagreed on whether the Powermatic 80 movement's accuracy significantly surpasses the quartz version.

Vaer G2 Pacific GMT

Owners widely praise the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT for its value, balancing quality, design, and wearability at its price point. One owner notes the dial can appear cloudy at certain angles. The watch utilizes a Swiss Ronda quartz GMT movement for reliable multi-time zone timekeeping. On balance, owners rate the Vaer G2 Pacific GMT highly for its overall value proposition.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRX40mm
G2 Pacific GMT39mm
Power Reserve
PRX40h
G2 Pacific GMT40h
Water Resistance
PRX100m
G2 Pacific GMT150m
MSRP
PRX$450
G2 Pacific GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.4mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
39.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
12mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Steel
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
11 1/2'''
Ronda 515 GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$399
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