Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT (4th central GMT hand, 24-hour rotating GMT bezel, "Ascent GMT" dial text, date at 6)vsGlycine Men's Airman GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0060

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT (4th central GMT hand, 24-hour rotating GMT bezel, "Ascent GMT" dial text, date at 6) at true scale

Ascent 40 GMT (4th central GMT hand, 24-hour rotating GMT bezel, "Ascent GMT" dial text, date at 6)

Glycine Men's Airman GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0060 at true scale

Men's Airman GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0060

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

12.4mm

12.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$599

lowest

$905

Movement

Miyota 9075

Sellita SW330-2

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.4mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
24mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Malachite
n/a
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Sellita SW330-2
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$905
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT (4th central GMT hand, 24-hour rotating GMT bezel, "Ascent GMT" dial text, date at 6)

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT (4th central GMT hand, 24-hour rotating GMT bezel, "Ascent GMT" dial text, date at 6) for its appealing price point, stunning textured dial, and excellent case and bracelet finishing, with many finding it a comfortable and robust GADA watch. The 40mm case, slim profile, and bracelet's screw links for easy sizing are frequently highlighted as strong points. Some owners note concerns about reliability due to its manufacturing origin, and one reviewer prefers the aesthetics of a competing model. A reviewer points out a lack of scratch resistance on the polished case sides and a winding action that is not as smooth as some competitors. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT (4th central GMT hand, 24-hour rotating GMT bezel, "Ascent GMT" dial text, date at 6) highly for its attractive aesthetics and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Erebus Ascent 40 GMT offers excellent proportions and a comfortable wear. The watch is competitively priced, significantly undercutting competitors. Reviewers noted the lack of a hard coating as a potential drawback.

Glycine Men's Airman GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0060

The Glycine Men's Airman GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0060 is widely praised as an amazing-looking first automatic watch and one of the best value Swiss automatic GMTs. Owners find its overall quality, finishing, and design impressive, with particular commendation for its bracelets as the best at their price point. One owner notes the watch's historical significance as one of the first purpose-built dual time zone watches, predating the Rolex GMT Master. However, one owner reported a misaligned GMT hand, attributing this to a common issue with the movement. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Airman GMT 46mm Automatic Watch GL0060 highly for its exceptional value and impressive finishing for an entry-level automatic GMT.

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