Elliot Brown WO1 HoltonvsYema Superman Worldtime GMT
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Measurements
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WO1 Holton
Superman Worldtime GMT
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$792
lowest
$1,549
Movement
Seiko NH35
Automatic
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Elliot Brown WO1 Holton as an excellent traveling companion. One owner notes the Seiko NH35 movement is significantly more accurate than a Miyota 9015, keeping time within 5 seconds per day. The dial features subtle Mini Cooper references. The lume on the bezel is brighter than the dial lume, making the dial difficult to read. Overall, owners rate the Elliot Brown WO1 Holton highly for its accuracy and suitability for travel, despite a legibility issue with the lume.
The Yema Superman Worldtime GMT is praised for its comfortable 39mm wearability and a unique bezel-lock mechanism, with owners appreciating its premium feel and domed crystal. However, some find the aluminum bezel insert less desirable than ceramic and report a stiff bracelet clasp, with one owner noting inconsistent quality control and poor customer service. Overall, owners rate the Yema Superman Worldtime GMT highly for its comfortable 39mm wearability and unique bezel-lock mechanism, despite occasional issues with the bracelet clasp and quality control.
The "Coke" bezel and maxi dial are attractive design elements. The in-house automatic GMT movement is a French alternative to pricier GMTs.
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