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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsHelgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

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Ascent 40 GMT
Erebus WatchesAscent 40 GMT
MSRP $429
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda
HelgraySuperfast Automatic - Silver Panda
MSRP $799
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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.

Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

The Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda is praised for its attractive, timeless panda aesthetic and value, featuring a reliable Seiko VK64 mecaquartz movement and sapphire crystal. However, its wearability is described as bulky and boxy, the lume is disappointing, lasting only 5-10 minutes, and the chronograph pusher action is slightly stiff. On balance, owners appreciate the Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda for its appealing panda dial and value proposition.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ascent 40 GMT40mm
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40mm
Power Reserve
Ascent 40 GMT
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40h
Water Resistance
Ascent 40 GMT100m
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda100m
MSRP
Ascent 40 GMT$429
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda$799

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Chronograph
Thickness
12.4mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$799
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