Vaer G5 Pacific Steel GMT vs Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm Automatic

Buy the Vaer G5 Pacific if you want a true GMT with real dive-watch capability: 200m water resistance, a screwdown crown, a Miyota 9075 with a 42-hour reserve, and a 39mm case that wears well on most wrists. The Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm is a dress watch first: a recognizable design, Roman numerals, sapphire crystal and an alligator strap, but 33mm is small and it is not built for water or travel timing. On build and features the Vaer gives you more for active daily use; on brand recognition and finish the Cartier wins.

• Choose the Vaer G5 Pacific if you want one automatic watch for travel, swimming and everyday wear, with a true GMT hand and 200m water resistance.
• Choose the Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm if you want a small, dressy, instantly recognizable watch for office and evening wear and don't need water resistance or a second time zone.