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Nodus Contrail GMTvsAevig Thule GMT

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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.

Aevig Thule GMT

Owners widely praise the Aevig Thule GMT for its 70s-inspired design, lightweight titanium case with a hardness coating, and the accurate NH34 movement running at 1-2 seconds fast per day. The watch also features fantastic AR coating, a quick-release bracelet, and excellent customer service. Some wish for sharper case angles and polished details to enhance its dressier appeal, and macro photos suggest potential irregularities on the hour markers. Overall, owners rate the Aevig Thule GMT highly for its vintage charm and practical features at an affordable price.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Thule GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Thule GMT70h
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Thule GMT100m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Thule GMT$755

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
39mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
48.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
42h
70h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$755
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