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Nodus Contrail GMTvsSternglas Taiga GMT

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Contrail GMT
NodusContrail GMT
MSRP $900
Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Taiga GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Taiga GMT
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Taiga GMT100m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Taiga GMT$237

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
7.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
52mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
Ronda 505.24H
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$237

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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.

Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

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