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Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMTvsZelos Swordfish 3

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G2 Apocalypse GMT
VaerG2 Apocalypse GMT
MSRP $399
Swordfish 3
ZelosSwordfish 3
MSRP $399

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G2 Apocalypse GMT39mm
Swordfish 340mm
Power Reserve
G2 Apocalypse GMT40h
Swordfish 340h
Water Resistance
G2 Apocalypse GMT150m
Swordfish 3200m
MSRP
G2 Apocalypse GMT$399
Swordfish 3$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515 GMT
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

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What people say

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Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT

Owners praise the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT's well-executed proportions and smooth GMT bezel action. One owner reports quality control issues such as misaligned hands and dust under the crystal, attributing these to the sub-$500 price point. The watch features a caller-style quartz movement for quick-set date adjustment and its lume is functional, though noted as a step below other models. Overall, owners find the Vaer G2 Apocalypse GMT offers good value for its price, despite potential quality control concerns.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its strong value, with reviewers highlighting the textured sandwich dial, Seiko NH35 movement, 200m water resistance, and surprisingly good bracelet. The titanium construction is noted for making the watch compact and comfortable, weighing 117g. Some owners find the dimensions fine on paper and based on experience with other models. One reviewer flagged that legibility can suffer in bright light and bracelet edges are sharp. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its incredible value and fun design, particularly with unique dial options.

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