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Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLCvsTraska Venturer GMT

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Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC
CitizenSeries 8 880 GMT Black DLC
MSRP $1,995
Venturer GMT
TraskaVenturer GMT
MSRP $785

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC41mm
Venturer GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC50h
Venturer GMT42h
Water Resistance
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC100m
Venturer GMT150m
MSRP
Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC$1,995
Venturer GMT$785

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug Width
11mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9054
9075
Power Reserve
50h
42h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$785

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC

Owners and reviewers praise the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC for its robust build, original angular design, and textured dial reminiscent of Tokyo skyscrapers. The flyer GMT complication, 100m water resistance, and integrated bracelet are highlighted as strong travel watch features. Some owners find the 40mm or 41mm case size well-weighted and magical, while others note it might be a tad bulky. Criticisms consistently point to the pin-and-collar bracelet system and the lack of micro-adjustment, with one owner finding minute indices less clear. The price is considered fair, ranging from EUR 1,195 to $1,695. Overall, the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT Black DLC is regarded as a strong debut with a sensible design for travelers and those appreciating its aesthetic.

Traska Venturer GMT

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

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