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Sternglas Taiga GMTvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Taiga GMT42mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Taiga GMT
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Taiga GMT100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Taiga GMT$237
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
7.7mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Navy

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 505.24H
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$299

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What people say

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Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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