Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsOut of Order 40mm GMT Automatic
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Measurements
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Ascent 40 GMT

40mm GMT Automatic
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
lowest
47.5mm
Thickness
12.4mm
lowest
13.3mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m
highest
MSRP
$429
n/a
Movement
Miyota 9075
Seiko NH34
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
Owners widely praise the Out of Order 40mm GMT Automatic for its playful and unique distressed aesthetic, with many appreciating its distinct personality and non-Rolex clone colorways. The Seiko NH34 movement is noted as a positive upgrade by some. However, the intentionally damaged look is polarizing, with some finding it gimmicky. The stock leather strap is considered cheap by one owner, and the case finishing on one variant did not fully match its "Ultra Brushed" name. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting gaining only a few seconds in six hours, while another noted a range from +1/+2 to about -6 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Out of Order 40mm GMT Automatic highly for its unique personality and aesthetic at its price point.
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