Erebus Watches ORIGIN GMT Premium Black (Jody)vsManufaktur Waldhoff Atlas GMT

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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 ORIGIN GMT Premium Black (Jody) at true scale

ORIGIN GMT Premium Black (Jody)

Manufaktur Waldhoff Atlas GMT at true scale

Atlas GMT

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

12.9mm

lowest

13.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$489

lowest

$548

Movement

Seiko NH34

Seiko NH34

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12.9mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Lume
None
C3

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$489
$548
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Erebus Watches ORIGIN GMT Premium Black (Jody)

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ORIGIN GMT Premium Black (Jody) as a well-specced and great value tool watch, appreciating its 41mm case design that wears smaller, a trait described as a "magic trick." The watch is seen as a well-thought-out package at its price point, with one owner finding the "Jody" configuration particularly appealing for everyday wearability. However, one owner reported issues with the date not updating at midnight and losing over a minute per day, while another noted a significant issue with the bracelet. The watch's logo has been compared to another brand's, and its lume is noted to be comparable to a specific model. Overall, owners rate the Erebus Watches ORIGIN GMT Premium Black (Jody) highly for its wearability and value, despite isolated reports of functional issues.

Manufaktur Waldhoff Atlas GMT

Owners praise the Manufaktur Waldhoff Atlas GMT for its quality and "spec monster" features for an office GMT diver. However, one owner found the 41mm case too large for their wrist, leading them to sell it in favor of smaller case sizes. The watch utilizes a Seiko NH34 automatic movement and offers 300m water resistance. Overall, owners appreciate the Manufaktur Waldhoff Atlas GMT for its impressive specifications and build quality at its price point, though case size can be a personal fit consideration.

From video reviewers

The watch features excellent dial legibility due to high-quality Swiss luminous material. The Seiko NH34 GMT movement powers the watch.

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