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Vaer G5 Meridian GMTvsZelos Great White 43

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G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935
Great White 43
ZelosGreat White 43
MSRP $599

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Great White 4343mm
Power Reserve
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Great White 4340h
Water Resistance
G5 Meridian GMT200m
Great White 43300m
MSRP
G5 Meridian GMT$935
Great White 43$599

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Green
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$935
$599

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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.

Zelos Great White 43

Owners widely praise the Zelos Great White 43's "unbelievable" and "amazing" lume, particularly on the carbon and Frost variants. The Miyota 9015 movement and 300m water resistance are noted features. Some owners find the 43mm size large, while others report it wears well. Opinions are divided on colorways, with some disappointed by the absence of a "Nebula" option and others finding the "Arctic" version striking. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Great White 43 highly for its exceptional lume and robust specifications at the price point.

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