Minus-8 Diver GMTvsRedux Courg: Zero-Hour

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Minus-8 Diver GMT at true scale

Diver GMT

Redux Courg: Zero-Hour at true scale

Courg: Zero-Hour

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

46.6mm

lowest

Thickness

13.4mm

lowest

13.7mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

41h

41h

MSRP

$598

$499

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH34

Seiko NH35

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13.4mm
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46.6mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$598
$499
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Minus-8 Diver GMT

Owners praise the Minus-8 Diver GMT for its value, citing the $450 price point, Seiko NH34 automatic movement, 200m water resistance, and sapphire crystal. One owner reports impressive accuracy at -2 seconds per day, noting the brand's movement regulation. The modern grey aesthetic and titanium case are also highlighted as positives. One owner described the Minus-8 Diver GMT as "chonky" and liked it. Overall, owners rate the Minus-8 Diver GMT highly for its strong value proposition and modern styling at the price.

Redux Courg: Zero-Hour

Owners widely praise the Redux COURG: Zero-Hour for its 39mm titanium case, which is noted for being lightweight, durable, and a comfortable size for everyday wear. The dial is also a point of distinction, with one owner highlighting its unique 12-hour marker, hash marks, and yellow second hand. The watch features a matte titanium bezel with a lumed dot at 12 o'clock and comes with two branded Mil-Strap bands with titanium hardware. Some owners report a flimsy crown stem and a unidirectional bezel with one minute of play, while one owner found the titanium finish looked cheap and desired a bezel insert. The proprietary blue lume glows brightly but fades quickly. The Redux COURG: Zero-Hour uses a Seiko NH35 automatic movement, has 200m water resistance, and a sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Redux COURG: Zero-Hour highly for its lightweight titanium build and comfortable 39mm size, despite some reservations about the bezel and crown feel.