The G2 Meridian GMT launched last year with a clear purpose: to bring the iconic functionality of a dual-time zone watch into a slimmer, more accessible, and USA-assembled format. Built on the foundation of our best-selling G5 automatic, the G2 offers an accurate, low-maintenance quartz alternative, designed to meet the needs of travelers, professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Following the rapid sell-through of our initial Red and Navy (Pepsi) release, we’re proud to debut three new colorways that expand the G2 family: Navy and Black (Batman), Gilt, and Green.
Three New Colors. One Proven Platform.
These new releases retain the same technical DNA as the original G2, which includes:
- Case Dimensions: 39mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, 20mm lug width
- Case Thickness: 10.4mm mid-case, 10.8mm including the domed sapphire crystal
- Bezel: 120-click bi-directional aluminum insert (in colored variants)
- Water Resistance: 15ATM (150 meters)
- Crown: Locking screwdown
- Movement: Swiss Ronda Quartz GMT with a 40-month battery life
- Assembly: USA-built, in our American facilities
- Lume: BGW9 Super-LumiNova (15 layers), with a Vaer Lume Performance Rating of 9/10
- Dial: Matte black, featuring our signature trapezoidal markers and a date window at 3 o’clock
In short, the G2 is a true tool watch—just as ready for a surf trip as it is for a red-eye flight. With a brushed 316L stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, and world-time caseback, this watch balances toughness with subtle, timeless aesthetics.
The Gilt GMT
The G2 Gilt GMT draws inspiration from one of the most distinctive chapters in GMT watch history—the rise of black and gold “two-tone” travel watches in the 1970s and early ‘80s. Among the most iconic of these was the Rolex GMT Master ref. 16753, sometimes referred to by collectors as the “Root Beer,” a watch that paired precious metal accents with robust tool-watch utility. Originally offered in steel and gold, with either a brown or black dial, these models used gilt-style printing, golden hands, and bold dial contrasts to create a hybrid aesthetic—equal parts professional and indulgent.
Our Gilt GMT follows in that tradition, but reimagines it for modern utility. It features a black sunray dial—a subtle radial finish that catches the light without becoming showy—and a black aluminum bezel insert with gold numerals, nodding to the warmth and luxury of its predecessors.
Breaking from the purely monochrome palette, the G2 Gilt also includes a red arrow GMT hand, offering a pop of color and clear legibility when tracking a second timezone. This red-hand detail pays homage to classic 1950s GMT Master models like the ref. 6542, the original dual-time tool designed for Pan-Am pilots—reaffirming that, beneath its dressier finish, the Gilt GMT remains a practical, field-ready watch.
The Batman GMT
The two-tone black and navy GMT bezel—widely known today as the "Batman"—first emerged in 2013 with the release of the Rolex GMT-Master II BLNR, a watch that quickly established itself as a modern icon. It was the first Rolex model to feature a bi-color ceramic bezel insert, a significant manufacturing leap at the time. The BLNR (Bleu/Noir) gained immediate popularity for its sleek, subdued palette, offering all the functionality of the classic red/blue "Pepsi" without the flash. It was a GMT for a new era: clean, contemporary, and distinctly cosmopolitan.
Vaer’s G2 Batman GMT builds on that lineage with a design that blends stealth aesthetics with practical clarity. Like its Swiss luxury predecessor, the G2 uses a two-tone bezel to indicate the 24-hour cycle: navy blue on the top half for daylight hours and black on the bottom half for night. But where Rolex used polished ceramic, we opted for a brushed anodized aluminum insert—lighter, more tool-oriented, and visually softer. This keeps the watch grounded in our core philosophy: form should follow function, but function should still look sharp.
The G2 Batman shares its silhouette and visual language with our higher-end G5 Meridian Automatic (which also offers a Batman configuration), but delivers a slimmer profile and a more accessible price point. At just 10.8mm thick, powered by a Swiss Ronda quartz GMT movement, and 15ATM water resistance, this watch is ideally suited for everyday wear, travel, or as an entry-point into the world of GMTs.
It’s the kind of watch that goes under the radar—but never off course. With its red arrow GMT hand standing out against the black sunray dial, and its muted color scheme, the G2 Batman reads cool under pressure. It’s perfect for those who favor technical clarity over attention-grabbing color, and want a GMT that’s just as appropriate at a morning meeting as it is in an airport lounge or out on a trail.
The Green GMT
Green is a color with deep roots in watchmaking, yet it was rarely used in early GMT models. It made its boldest statement in the Rolex Submariner “Hulk” (ref. 116610LV), introduced in 2010. The Hulk was unapologetically vivid: a full green dial and bezel in glossy ceramic, designed to mark the Submariner’s 60th anniversary. While not a GMT, its embrace of green as a core design element signaled a shift in how the color could function, not just as a military cue, but as a signifier of individuality, nature, and forward-looking design.
More recently, Rolex introduced a left-handed green-and-black GMT Master II (ref. 126720VTNR), nicknamed the “Sprite,” which built on the Hulk’s legacy while returning to dual-time functionality. That watch helped solidify green as a permanent, if non-traditional, player in the GMT canon.
Vaer’s G2 Green GMT joins that lineage in a way that’s grounded, versatile, and unapologetically modern. Its deep emerald bezel matches the hue of our DS2 Green Diver and the premium the G5 Green Meridian Automatic. The watch features a green sunray dial, chosen for its subtle radiance, offering a restrained stage for the bolder elements of the design.
Designed for Real Life—And Real Use
Despite its modest size and clean design, the G2 Meridian is packed with function-first thinking:
- It’s built with screwdown crown and caseback seals that make it fully water-ready up to 15ATM—more than enough for serious immersion and sports use.
- It uses a Swiss Ronda GMT movement that tracks a second time zone via the dedicated GMT hand, which runs on a 24-hour cycle.
- The bi-directional bezel lets you track a third timezone with a simple twist, making it ideal for international travelers or remote workers.
- The G2’s lume is among the best in our lineup, with 15 layers of Grade A BGW9 Super-LumiNova applied to the markers and all three hands.
Built to Be Worn, Not Worshipped
We designed the G2 Meridian for customers who want the essence of a mechanical GMT—historical charm, global utility, and wear-it-anywhere design—but prefer the grab-and-go convenience of quartz.
At 39mm, the G2 is ideal for most wrists, particularly those in the 6.5” to 8.5” range. The case wears thin, slides easily under sleeves, and remains light enough for all-day wear. Thanks to our interchangeable 20mm straps and custom-fit steel bracelet, it also adapts seamlessly from surfboard to passport line.
Final Note: A Platform for the Future
With the addition of these three new colorways, we’re broadening the G2 into a full-fledged GMT system—versatile, collectible, and built to evolve.
These watches are available now, with limited inventory for each version. Like all Vaer watches, they come backed by our 2-year waterproof warranty. We don’t expect these colorways to last very long, and they likely won’t return until Fall 2025.
If you’ve been waiting for a quartz GMT with vintage looks, modern specs, and USA assembly, this is your moment.
