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Nodus Contrail GMTvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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Contrail GMT
NodusContrail GMT
MSRP $900
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
41mm
Thickness
11.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
MOP
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
Seiko NH34 GMT
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$499

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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