Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Gold-TonevsGruppo Gamma Field III GMT

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Measurements
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Series 8 880 GMT Gold-Tone

Field III GMT
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48.5mm
Thickness
n/a
14mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
50h
highest
41h
MSRP
$1,595
$459
lowest
Movement
Miyota 9054
Seiko NH34
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Gold-Tone is praised for its unique gold-tone bracelet with dual finishes and a gradient dial reminiscent of city lights. Reviewers note its 41mm case with short lugs and a chunky, angular silhouette, along with 100 meters of water resistance. The GMT bezel operates silently and clicks hourly, and the lume is considered good. Some owners find the 42.5mm case size too large, and the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments, a drawback at its price point. The watch uses the Miyota 9054 automatic GMT movement with a local-jumping hour hand. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Gold-Tone for its distinctive aesthetic and GMT functionality, despite some minor bracelet limitations.
Owners praise the Gruppo Gamma Field III GMT for its aesthetic appeal and quality for the price, with some noting only minor wear on the bracelet. The watch features a 40mm brushed stainless steel case and a box sapphire crystal. The Seiko NH34A movement is noted to have a 41-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of -20 to +40 seconds per day. Some owners find the lack of a date window a drawback for a GMT watch. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Gruppo Gamma Field III GMT a good value, highlighting its aesthetic and build quality at its price point.
The watch offers excellent value for its price point and features a legible matte black dial. Reviewers did not cite any shared weaknesses.
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