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Glycine Airman PuristvsBoldr Globetrotter GMT

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Purist

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Purist's 39mm case size as ideal, noting it wears well, while some prefer the 36mm variant. The 24-hour dial is an engaging feature that proves easy to adapt to, particularly for those familiar with 24-hour timekeeping. Readability is a point of discussion; while some contemporary models feature stealthy, difficult-to-read hands and bezels, others, especially vintage versions and the white-dial GL0376, offer good contrast and legibility. On balance, owners appreciate the Glycine Airman Purist for its comfortable wearability and unique 24-hour dial experience, despite some legibility concerns on specific configurations.

Boldr Globetrotter GMT

The Boldr Globetrotter GMT is praised for its legibility and finishing, featuring applied Super-LumiNova indices and sword hands on a matte black or sunburst blue dial. Reviewers highlight the ceramic bezel's sharp city markings and tight, smooth ratcheting action. The 44mm 316L stainless steel case exhibits a non-traditional design with radial and vertical brushing.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Purist42mm
Globetrotter GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Airman Purist48h
Globetrotter GMT
Water Resistance
Airman Purist100m
Globetrotter GMT200m
MSRP
Airman Purist$2,700
Globetrotter GMT$469

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Green
GMT Banff
Indices
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH34 GMT
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
48h
0h
Jewels
21
0
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$469
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