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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsSpinnaker Bradner GMT

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Ascent 40 GMT
Erebus WatchesAscent 40 GMT
MSRP $429
Bradner GMT
SpinnakerBradner GMT
MSRP $299
What people say

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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ASCENT for its stunning dial and excellent lume, with many finding it gorgeous and beautiful beyond comprehension. The watch is also noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to its 40mm case, and the bracelet's micro-adjustable clasp and well-finished screws receive specific commendation. Some owners consider the Miyota 9075 movement excellent for the price, with one reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. However, import duties are a significant concern for some buyers, and the polished case sides are noted to lack a scratch-resistant coating. On balance, owners rate the Erebus Watches ASCENT highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Spinnaker Bradner GMT

The Spinnaker Bradner GMT is praised for its awesome lume and comfortable wearability, with one owner noting the rubber strap is very comfortable and the beads of rice bracelet fits well on smaller wrists. Some find its 15mm thickness and bold colorway may not appeal to everyone, and one owner views it as more of a casual GMT with tool-watch styling than a diver. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner GMT highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The watch offers excellent dial legibility and a functional internal rotating 24-hour bezel. The water resistance is rated at 200 meters.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ascent 40 GMT40mm
Bradner GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Ascent 40 GMT
Bradner GMT40h
Water Resistance
Ascent 40 GMT100m
Bradner GMT180m
MSRP
Ascent 40 GMT$429
Bradner GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.4mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
180m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Malachite
Brown
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$299
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