Frederique Constant Classics Runabout Automatic GmtvsPAROS Transatlantic 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.

Frederique Constant Classics Runabout Automatic Gmt at true scale

Classics Runabout Automatic Gmt

PAROS Transatlantic GMT at true scale

Transatlantic GMT

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

12.8mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

n/a

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,995

$279

lowest

Movement

FC-350

Seiko NH34

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12.85mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
FC-350
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
38h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$279
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Reviews

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Frederique Constant Classics Runabout Automatic Gmt

Owners praise the Frederique Constant Classics Runabout Automatic Gmt for its clean, classy, and tastefully designed look, with one owner noting its guilloche dial and applied luminous indexes. The GMT functionality is considered useful, and the FC-350 automatic movement is mentioned. Some owners find the 42mm case size a bit large for their wrists, while one reviewer notes a 43mm case size. The watch is powered by the FC-350 automatic movement with a 38-hour power reserve, and water resistance is rated to 50m. Overall, owners and reviewers view the Frederique Constant Classics Runabout Automatic Gmt as a handsome and respectable watch, with one owner calling it a future classic.

PAROS Transatlantic GMT

Owners widely praise the PAROS Transatlantic GMT for its excellent build quality, finishing, and value, with many finding its case and integrated bracelet design particularly appealing. The OEM bracelet is described as "pretty nice" and features a tool-less adjustment clasp. However, one owner notes the dial text is excessive, and the use of Plexiglass instead of sapphire crystal may deter some buyers. Overall, owners rate the PAROS Transatlantic GMT highly for its robust construction and attractive design at its price point.

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