BOLDR Supply Co. Safari GMT BanffvsTrafford Watch Co Touring GMT
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Measurements
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Safari GMT Banff
Touring GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
12.7mm
12mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
n/a
42h
MSRP
$469
lowest
$899
Movement
Seiko NH34
Miyota 9075
Case
8 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
Owners widely praise the Trafford Watch Co Touring GMT for its great finishing, fun and original designs, and nice dials. One owner notes the GMT's flyer function and unique inner bezel, while another reports their Trafford's domed crystal cracked after a short drop. Owners describe the Trafford Watch Co Touring GMT as having a "cool funky original vibe" and a "chonky boi vibe on the wrist but in a good way," with one wearer reporting daily use for a year without the watch stopping. On balance, owners rate the Trafford Watch Co Touring GMT highly for its distinctive aesthetic and robust daily performance.
The Trafford Watch Co Touring GMT's unique GMT function offers an alternative way to use the feature. The micro-adjust system on the bracelet is a convenient feature for fine-tuning the fit. The watch lacks specific details on its performance, accuracy, or movement caliber, making it difficult to compare it to other GMT watches.
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