Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41vsGlycine Airman Contemporary 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.

Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 at true scale

Navitimer Automatic GMT 41

Glycine Airman Contemporary GMT at true scale

Airman Contemporary GMT

Diameter

41mm

44mm

Thickness

11.7mm

lowest

12.4mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

48h

highest

MSRP

$6,450

$2,850

lowest

Movement

Breitling 32

Sellita SW330-2

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
44mm
Thickness
11.65mm
12.4mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Blue
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Breitling 32
Sellita SW330-2
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
48h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
GMT
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,450
$2,850
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Reviews

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

Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41

Owners widely praise the Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 for its refined and elegant design, iconic Navitimer aesthetic with a beaded bezel and slide rule, and a less busy dial in a smaller 41mm case. Many appreciate its quality, with one owner comparing it favorably to Omega. The watch is considered a good daily wear due to its slimmer profile and polished case and bracelet. Some owners find the clasp difficult to undo initially, though it reportedly breaks in. While some find the 30m water resistance limiting for a daily watch, others are thrilled with their purchase years later, noting the significant price difference compared to higher-end models. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 highly for its iconic design and refined daily wearability at its price point.

Glycine Airman Contemporary GMT

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Airman Contemporary GMT for its outstanding value and attractive design, with some noting its utility for tracking three time zones. The watch features a dual 12-hour and 24-hour dial and a free-spinning bezel with at least 120 teeth, secured by a second crown for precise alignment. Some owners find the GMT hand's similarity to the minute hand frustrating, and one owner noted a misaligned GMT hand with the Sellita SW330-2 movement. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Airman Contemporary GMT highly for its functionality and value as a robust beater watch.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial details are praised. The watch offers exceptional value with its Swiss Made GMT functionality for under $500.

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