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Aigi Watches ARCTIC GMT

The Aigi Watches ARCTIC GMT is widely seen as an excellent value at $250, featuring a Seiko NH34 automatic movement, a box sapphire crystal, and a lumed sapphire bezel. Owners appreciate its semi-original design among NH34 GMTs and its sporty look, especially with the included rubber strap, and are drawn to supporting an emerging brand. Overall, owners rate the Aigi Watches ARCTIC GMT highly for its strong value proposition and appealing design.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model

Owners widely praise the 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition for its translucent indigo dial, spinning day/date wheels, Kanji day display, and exceptionally smooth bezel action, finding it unique without being gaudy. One owner highlights the premium NATO strap and denim-inspired design, while others note its appeal with blue jeans and a resemblance to other denim-themed watches. The 4R36 movement powers the watch, offering a 41-hour power reserve. However, one reviewer found the overall execution crude and the nylon strap a dissonant element, suggesting a different platform would have been more suitable. Some owners also note the watch is a bit large. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the 5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition for its distinctive denim-inspired aesthetic and unique dial features.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ARCTIC GMT41mm
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model42.5mm
Power Reserve
ARCTIC GMT41h
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model41h
Water Resistance
ARCTIC GMT200m
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model100m
MSRP
ARCTIC GMT$560
5 Sports SKX series DENHAM Limited Edition, Seiko Boutique exclusive model$430

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42.5mm
Thickness
11.95mm
13.4mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Curved
Dial Color
white
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko 4R36
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$560
$430
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