AETHELSOHN Horizon Azure GMT - Blue Dial Automatic Watch with Dual TimevsDepancel Driver

Ref. horizon-azure-gmt·MSRP $265
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Measurements
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Horizon Azure GMT - Blue Dial Automatic Watch with Dual Time

Driver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
44mm
lowest
Thickness
13.3mm
lowest
13.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
MSRP
$265
lowest
$855
Movement
Seiko NH34
Miyota 9122
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the AETHELSOHN Horizon Azure GMT - Blue Dial Automatic Watch with Dual Time for its value under $200 and its stunning blue dial, with some reporting good quality and accuracy. However, criticism points to basic finishing and potential QC issues, with one owner noting the watch appeared to be around 40mm and wishing it was 36mm. The male end links cause it to wear larger, and the on-the-fly adjustment for the GMT hand is stiff. On balance, owners appreciate the AETHELSOHN Horizon Azure GMT - Blue Dial Automatic Watch with Dual Time for its attractive dial and strong value proposition, despite some reservations about finishing and wearability.
Owners widely report Depancel watches offer excellent value and immaculate dials, with many receiving compliments. The Depancel Driver features a Miyota 9122 automatic movement, 100m water resistance, and a 39mm case. Some owners find the 24-hour subdial on similar models to be of limited utility. The bracelet's friction-fit pins and lack of an extension system are noted drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Depancel Driver highly for its impressive dial finishing and value proposition.
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