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

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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 Gold-Tone

Field III GMT Date
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 widely praise the Gruppo Gamma Field III GMT Date for its incredible quality, awesome looks, and good value for the price. The watch features a 40mm brushed 316L stainless steel case, a box sapphire crystal, and a Seiko NH34 automatic movement. Some owners note accuracy figures ranging from -20 to +40 seconds per day, while others report +5 seconds per day. One user found the 40mm size unsuitable for small wrists. Overall, owners rate the Gruppo Gamma Field III GMT Date highly for its build quality and aesthetic appeal at its price point.
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