Citizen Series 8 880 GMTvsFormex Stratos UTC
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Measurements
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Series 8 880 GMT
Stratos UTC
Diameter
41mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
50h
highest
42h
MSRP
$1,495
lowest
$4,663
Movement
Miyota 9054
ETA 2892-A2
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 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 widely praise the Formex Stratos UTC for its innovative flyer GMT complication operated by pushers and its slim 11.8mm case, which contributes to comfortable wearability. The intricate, hand-finished case construction and multi-layer dial are frequently highlighted as strengths, with some noting an "Hermes vibe" on leather. Accuracy is reported within a range of +/- 5 to +/- 7 seconds per day. However, some find the dial design busy with multiple fonts and the overall aesthetic too technical for certain occasions. The price point, around €4000 or $3990, is considered a step up for the brand but competitive for the features offered. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Stratos UTC highly for its user-friendly GMT functionality and excellent case finishing at its price point.
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