Aigi Watches GruvebusvsTSAO Baltimore Steel Torsk GMT 39

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aigi Watches Gruvebus at true scale

Gruvebus

TSAO Baltimore Steel Torsk GMT 39 at true scale

Steel Torsk GMT 39

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45mm

Thickness

12.3mm

lowest

12.8mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$1,095

$950

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9075

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
black
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$950
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Aigi Watches Gruvebus

Owners widely praise the Aigi Watches GRUVEBUS for its legibility and the unique coal-pressed dial motif, with some comparing its character to Grand Seiko. The watch features GTLS tubes for luminescence and a hardened steel 40mm case, powered by a Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement and offering 200m water resistance. Some owners report receiving the watch with a Miyota 9015 movement upgrade. One owner notes the Jubilee-style bracelet as a luxurious touch for a tool watch, while another finds the 40mm case size and 49mm lug-to-lug measurement to be chunky. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Aigi Watches GRUVEBUS to be a decent tool watch for its price, with its unique dial and legibility being key strengths.

TSAO Baltimore Steel Torsk GMT 39

Owners widely praise the TSAO Baltimore Steel Torsk GMT 39 for its value, with many noting its excellent fit and finish, premium materials, and the unique yet understated black meteor dial. The 39mm case is frequently cited as wearable for most wrists, and the lume is consistently described as excellent. One owner reported accuracy of approximately +3 seconds per day, and the sapphire crystal has proven durable. The watch is considered a great deal at its $850 retail price, with some owners highlighting the substantial watch roll included as an awesome extra. Overall, owners rate the TSAO Baltimore Steel Torsk GMT 39 highly for its exceptional build quality and wearability at the price point.