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

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 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
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.
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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