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Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal MechanicalvsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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Union Terminal Mechanical
Cincinnati Watch CompanyUnion Terminal Mechanical
MSRP $650
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Union Terminal Mechanical
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Union Terminal Mechanical$650
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
0mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Indices
Applied
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210
Miyota 9075
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$935

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What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical for its striking design and historical significance, particularly for Cincinnati natives. One owner highlights its suitability as a dress watch, finding it wears well on a leather strap. The watch is noted for its colors and design inspired by the Union Terminal clock, with a portion of sales supporting the landmark. At just over $350, it is considered a good value despite not featuring a high-end movement, strap, or crystal. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical highly for its unique design and local historical connection at an accessible 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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