Erebus Watches ORIGIN GMT Premium Black (Jody)vsOrient Diver Design 40

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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)

Orient Diver Design 40 at true scale

Diver Design 40

Diameter

41mm

39.9mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

46.5mm

lowest

Thickness

12.9mm

12.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$489

$395

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH34

Orient F6722

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
39.9mm
Thickness
12.9mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.5mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Orient F6722

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$489
$395
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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.

Orient Diver Design 40

Owners widely praise the Orient Diver Design 40 for its value and solid build, with many appreciating its sapphire crystal. The Orient F6722 automatic movement is considered a dependable workhorse. Some owners find the Kamasu-style dial layout with arrow and sword hands and applied markers a disappointing change from the original's simpler design. Overall, owners rate the Orient Diver Design 40 highly for its value and dependable movement.