Duckworth Prestex Broadgate GMT AutomaticvsMarloe Watch Company SkySplitter
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Measurements
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Broadgate GMT Automatic
SkySplitter
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Thickness
12.5mm
12.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$895
$599
lowest
Movement
Miyota 9075
Miyota 9075
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise Duckworth Prestex's customer service, with one owner receiving a replacement strap and a personal note. The Duckworth Prestex Broadgate GMT Automatic is available in five color options with rubber or metal bracelet choices, and is priced around $995. One owner finds the three different numeral fonts on the dial disorienting but appreciates the orange color as a great summer choice. On balance, owners value the brand's customer service and the watch's summer-ready aesthetic.
The Marloe Watch Company SkySplitter is praised for its cool, distinctive design and fantastic lume, making it a contender for a summer watch. Owners also note the brand's strong customer service and accessible pricing. One owner of the GMT model reported distortion of the 24-hour rehaut markings due to the boxed sapphire crystal, and another wished for a bracelet with integrated end links. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company SkySplitter highly for its striking aesthetics and excellent lume.
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