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anOrdain Fabrik GMTvsHELM Komodo

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fabrik GMT
anOrdainFabrik GMT
MSRP $1,937
Komodo
HELMKomodo
MSRP $295

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik GMT38mm
Komodo40mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik GMT42h
Komodo40h
Water Resistance
Fabrik GMT50m
Komodo300m
MSRP
Fabrik GMT$1,937
Komodo$295

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-Domed
Dial Color
Fabrik GMT
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Seiko Instruments NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,937
$295

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

anOrdain Fabrik GMT

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Fabrik GMT for its striking purple lacquer dial. Some enthusiasts, however, feel it departs from the brand's signature enamel dials and Scottish heritage. The watch is considered good value at £1350 GBP, featuring a Swiss LJP movement and a German-made dial. One owner noted the 38mm case size felt small on an 8.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the anOrdain Fabrik GMT highly for its unique dial and perceived value, despite some feeling it deviates from the brand's core identity.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. No weaknesses were cited by multiple reviewers.

HELM Komodo

The HELM Komodo is widely praised for its excellent build quality, top-notch case finishing, clear double-domed sapphire crystal, wonderfully executed dial, and substantial lume, with reviewers noting its ISO 6425 compliance and 300m water resistance. Owners report a snappy 120-click bezel and appreciate the depth, detail, and finishing for a tool diver at its price point. Some owners find the 15.2mm to 15.5mm height makes the HELM Komodo feel thick and hefty, and the bezel ridges are noted as somewhat uncomfortable to turn, while the clasp design is also flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the HELM Komodo highly for its exceptional finishing and lume at its sub-$300 price point.

From video reviewers

The HELM Komodo's double domed sapphire crystal offers excellent optical clarity and minimal distortion. A notable weakness is its limited availability, making it harder to get than some other luxury watches. Reviewers disagree on the watch's lug-to-lug fit, with one reviewer noting it may not suit those with smaller wrists, while another reviewer does not mention this as a concern.

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