IXDAO 6542 Vintage GMT 904L DivervsRGM Watches Model 500 GMT

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Measurements
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6542 Vintage GMT 904L Diver

Model 500 GMT
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Thickness
13.5mm
11.3mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$339
lowest
$4,450
Movement
Seiko NH34
ETA 2893-2
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The IXDAO 6542 Vintage 38MM NH34 GMT 904L Automatic Dive Watch is praised for its 38mm size, 904L steel construction, and sapphire bezel. Owners highlight details like longer lugs, a thinner mid-case, drilled lugs, and a well-regarded bracelet, with some considering its proportions and polish superior to other 6542 homages. The Pepsi bezel is noted for visual accuracy, and the fauxtina lume is a divisive but appreciated element for some. One owner found the dial text "silly." On balance, owners rate the IXDAO 6542 Vintage 38MM NH34 GMT 904L Automatic Dive Watch highly for its vintage-inspired dimensions and material choices.
Owners widely praise the RGM Watches Model 500 GMT for its comfortable wearability, with one owner noting it wears smaller than its 51mm lug-to-lug, and another finding the fit perfect. The green dial color exceeded expectations for one owner, who also highlighted the clean brushed finish and superb deployment clasp. Reviewers describe it as a well-executed sports watch for travellers, featuring a matte black dial and a bi-directional GMT bezel. The watch is also noted for its hand-engine-turned dials and Breguet numerals, with one owner suggesting it may be a unique piece from the only true American watchmaker. One owner expressed concern over the lack of color on the bezel. Some question RGM's pricing in the $15-23k range compared to other high-end brands. Overall, owners rate the RGM Watches Model 500 GMT highly for its comfortable wearability and distinctive American craftsmanship.
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