BOLDR Supply Co. GMT TarangirevsSeiko 5 Sports Field series
lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures
Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
GMT Tarangire
5 Sports Field series
Diameter
40mm
39.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.9mm
Thickness
12.6mm
lowest
13.6mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
MSRP
$469
$450
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH34
Seiko 4R34
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the BOLDR Supply Co. GMT Tarangire for its appealing design and less cluttered dial compared to some alternatives, with one owner noting good finishing for the price. The GMT functionality is a highlight, and the use of the Seiko NH34 movement is appreciated. One owner finds the 40mm case size acceptable, while another prefers smaller cases. Overall, owners rate the BOLDR Supply Co. GMT Tarangire highly for its design and GMT functionality at the price point.
The Seiko 5 Sports Field series is praised for its accessible explorer watch design and decent fit and finish for its price point. Reviewers note the inclusion of a caller GMT complication powered by the 4R34 automatic movement. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Seiko 5 Sports Field series a compelling option for its explorer aesthetic and GMT functionality at an accessible price.
The prominent five-sided GMT hand enhances legibility and adds a sophisticated aesthetic to the watch. The Seiko 5 Sports Field series offers similar functionality to the Explorer 2 at a lower price, making it a valuable option. Reviewers disagree on whether it's a missed opportunity for Seiko to release this model first, with one reviewer implying it would have been a more logical addition to their lineup.
Similar watches
Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.
Also compared
Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.