Elliot Brown Beachmaster Automatic: Test slicevsStella Watch Company ELLIS GMT

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Measurements
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Beachmaster Automatic: Test slice

ELLIS GMT
Diameter
40mm
41.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.5mm
Thickness
14mm
13.1mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
56h
highest
42h
MSRP
$2,922
$1,400
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW330-2
Sellita SW330-2
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Elliot Brown BEACHMASTER AUTOMATIC: Test slice is widely praised for its rugged, no-nonsense tool watch design and robust build. Owners highlight its unique, patented ceramic bezel with count-up and count-down functions, and a secure strap system. One owner notes the watch features a unique mission timer complication. However, some find the crowns slightly undersized for easy adjustment, and the dial lume is considered lackluster by one owner, possibly due to the vintage aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Elliot Brown BEACHMASTER AUTOMATIC: Test slice highly for its robust build and unique bezel functionality at its price point.
Owners praise the Stella Watch Company ELLIS GMT for its stunning dial with exceptional depth and vividness, and its well-balanced case finishing that blends glamour and rigor. One owner highlights the top-notch colors, textures, and finish of the ice blue variant. A potential drawback noted by a reviewer is the bracelet's lack of fitted end links. One owner reported a grinding sound when winding and the crown popping out, which accidentally changed the date or time. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Stella Watch Company ELLIS GMT highly for its dial aesthetics and versatile case finishing.
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