Citizen Series 8 880 GMTvsNodus Contrail 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.

Series 8 880 GMT

Contrail GMT
Diameter
41mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.6mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
50h
highest
42h
MSRP
$1,495
$900
lowest
Movement
Miyota 9054
Miyota 9075
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT's refined, modern look and textured, snowflake-like dial. Reviewers note its striking gunmetal coating, gold-plated bezel, and true GMT movement. The watch features a 41mm case and 100m water resistance. One owner questions the price point, while another awaits a different colorway. The Miyota 9054 movement has a broad accuracy specification of -10/+20 seconds per day and a 50-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT's distinctive design and GMT functionality, though some express reservations about its price.
Owners and reviewers praise the Nodus Contrail GMT for its excellent proportions and build quality, with finishing that suggests a much higher price point. The 40.5mm case is noted as slender and comfortable, complemented by a flat-link bracelet. Some find the red Contrail name on the dial and red roulette numerals difficult to read. One owner questions the bidirectional bezel's lack of a 60-minute index. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Contrail GMT highly for its travel watch utility and impressive finishing at its price point.
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