Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsNezumi Studios Aviator

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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 at true scale

Ascent 40 GMT

Nezumi Studios Aviator at true scale

Aviator

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

12.4mm

lowest

13.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$429

lowest

$685

Movement

Miyota 9075

Miyota 9075

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12.4mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Malachite
n/a
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
42hh

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$685
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Reviews

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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT for its stunning dial, excellent lume, and comfortable wearability, with the bracelet's micro-adjustable clasp and well-finished screws receiving specific commendation. The watch is considered a great value, with many noting its attractive price point for the features offered, including a true GMT complication. Some owners find the dial text too prominent and contrasty, and import duties are a significant concern for some buyers, pushing the cost higher. On balance, owners rate the Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT highly for its beautiful dial and strong value proposition.

Nezumi Studios Aviator

The Nezumi Studios Aviator is widely praised for its attractive vintage-inspired design and excellent value, with reviewers highlighting its compact 40mm case and robust 200m water resistance. Owners and reviewers alike appreciate the watch's build quality and the distinctiveness of its dial layout and GMT hand. Some sources note minor fitment issues with the bracelet end links. The watch utilizes the Miyota 9075 automatic GMT movement, with one reviewer stating its accuracy is rated at -10/+30 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nezumi Studios Aviator highly for its vintage aesthetic and tool watch capabilities at its price point.

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