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Nodus Contrail GMTvsFormex Field Automatic

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What people say

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Nodus Contrail GMT

The Nodus Contrail GMT is praised for its excellent case and bracelet quality, impressive finishing that suggests a much higher price point, and brilliant proportions, making it a well-executed flier-style GMT. Owners and reviewers highlight its slender 40.5mm case, comfortable flat-link bracelet, and 200 meters of water resistance. The Miyota Caliber 9075 movement is noted, with one source reporting accuracy regulated to +/-8 seconds per day. Some find the red Contrail name on the dial and red numerals on the roulette disc difficult to read, and the small crown and large guards may be tedious for some. One user questioned the bidirectional bezel's lack of a 60-minute index despite the existing 24-hour scale. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Contrail GMT highly for its value and build quality at its price point.

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Field Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Field Automatic41h
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Field Automatic150m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Field Automatic$881

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
10.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Ash Grey
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$881
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