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Vaer G5 Meridian GMTvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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

G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
G5 Meridian GMT40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
G5 Meridian GMT200m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
G5 Meridian GMT$935
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$935
$428

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What people say

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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.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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