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Glycine Airman Contemporary Bronze GMTvsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT
GlycineAirman Contemporary Bronze GMT
MSRP $3,000
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT44mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT48h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT100m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT$3,000
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
44mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.14mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
SII NH34
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,000
$399

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT

The Glycine Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT is noted for its thinness and distinct numeral typography, with some finding its oyster bracelet a differentiating factor. One owner strongly dislikes the design, calling it "spastic" and a "turrrble idea." Overall, owners are divided on the Glycine Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT, with strong opinions on its design.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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