BOLDR Supply Co. Safari GMT BanffvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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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.

BOLDR Supply Co. Safari GMT Banff at true scale

Safari GMT Banff

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT at true scale

Fleuss GMT

Diameter

40mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

lowest

51mm

Thickness

12.7mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

150m

MSRP

$469

$299

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH34

Seiko NH34

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$299
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Reviews

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

BOLDR Supply Co. Safari GMT Banff

Owners widely report the BOLDR Supply Co. Safari GMT Banff offers excellent timekeeping and a legible dial with great lume. One owner finds the watch sturdy but bulky and heavy, disliking the bracelet and preferring a NATO strap. The $469 price is considered steep for an entry-level GMT by some, with a recommendation for a smaller, titanium alternative at the same price. Overall, owners rate the BOLDR Supply Co. Safari GMT Banff highly for its legibility and lume, though its wearability is a point of contention.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable, light wearability, especially considering its affordable price point, highlighting its textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating as stunning features. However, the watch faces criticism for its large 43mm case size, with some describing it as a "hockey puck," and a "jingly jangly" Beads of Rice bracelet with a pressed clasp, which is considered not finely finished. Some users also noted the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value, particularly when found on discount.

From video reviewers

The Spinnaker Fleuss GMT's Seiko NH34 movement is a recurring positive point. Reviewers also noted the watch's attractive colorways and comfortable wear. No shared weaknesses were identified across the reviews.

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