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Glycine Airman Contemporary GMTvsEcho/Neutra Rivanera

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Contemporary GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Contemporary GMT for its outstanding value and attractive design, noting its ability to track three time zones and the functional dual 12-hour and 24-hour dial with a precisely toothed, free-spinning bezel that can be locked. Some owners find the GMT hand's similarity to the minute hand frustrating, and the ETA movement can exhibit a misaligned GMT hand. One owner notes the lume pips are weaker than the hands, while another highlights its 200m water resistance and considered it a great beater. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Airman Contemporary GMT highly for its unique functionality and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial details are praised. The watch offers exceptional value with its Swiss Made GMT functionality for under $500.

Echo/Neutra Rivanera

The Echo/Neutra Rivanera is widely praised for its remarkably thin 5.9mm Grade 5 titanium case, which contributes to its exceptional lightness and wearability, striking a balance between dress and everyday style. Reviewers and owners highlight its Art Deco-inspired design and the respected ETA 7001 manual-wind movement for its slimness and longevity. Impressive packaging and accessories are also noted as significant value adds for its price point. Some reviewers point out the lack of quick-release straps and the bead-blasted finish, with one owner expressing concern over the case's scratch resistance. The non-hacking movement is also a point of note for some enthusiasts. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Echo/Neutra Rivanera for its exceptionally thin and lightweight titanium case and unique Art Deco aesthetic at an affordable price.

From video reviewers

The Rivanera's Grade 5 titanium case is a key selling point. Reviewers did not agree on whether the watch leans more towards a tool watch or a traditional dress watch.

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Contemporary GMT44mm
Rivanera40mm
Power Reserve
Airman Contemporary GMT48h
Rivanera42hh
Water Resistance
Airman Contemporary GMT100m
Rivanera30m
MSRP
Airman Contemporary GMT$2,850
Rivanera$1,810

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
12.4mm
5.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium Grade 5 (sandblasted)
Finish
Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
48h
42hh
Jewels
25
17
Complications
GMT, Date
Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,850
$1,810
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