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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMTvsNOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

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Airman Vintage The Chief GMT
GlycineAirman Vintage The Chief GMT
MSRP $2,900
Zürich date
NOMOS GlashütteZürich date
MSRP $5,570

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT40mm
Zürich date39.8mm
Power Reserve
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT48h
Zürich date42 hoursh
Water Resistance
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT30m
Zürich date50m
MSRP
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT$2,900
Zürich date$5,570

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39.8mm
Thickness
12.25mm
9.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
DUW 5101
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
48h
42 hoursh
Jewels
25
26
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,900
$5,570

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical significance and homage to the 1953 original. However, one owner notes criticism regarding the main hour hand being a 12-hour hand on a 24-hour dial, which hinders its intended use and compromises the bezel's functionality, leading to a return. On balance, owners value the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical connection, though a functional critique exists regarding its hour hand implementation.

NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date for its immaculate case finishing and the unique depth and texture of its dial, which is difficult to capture in photos. The watch's dual-timezone complication is considered a satisfying feature with sharp clicking, and the in-house movement finishing is noted as exceptional for its price point. Some find the hour markers slightly difficult to read at a glance, and one owner suggests seeking a secondhand deal due to the full retail price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date highly for its refined finishing and distinctive dial at its price.

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