MKII Key WestvsRedwood Watches Jetstream GMT
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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.
Key West
Jetstream GMT
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
13.7mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
MSRP
$1,694
$439
lowest
Movement
ETA 2893-2
Seiko NH34
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the MKII Key West for its true gilt dial and modest 39mm case size, making it a comfortable daily-wearer. Criticisms include the absence of a lumed bezel and cyclops, extended wait times, and a price point of $1600 USD. On balance, owners consider the MKII Key West a holy grail watch due to its vintage-inspired gilt dial and wearable dimensions.
Owners praise the Redwood Watches Jetstream GMT for its retro styling, white dial, and Pepsi bezel, fitting a desire for a less bulky GMT. The 40mm case wears well, with one owner noting it fits comfortably on a 6 5/8" wrist and wears smaller than some other 39.5mm watches. The bezel action is described as nice and tight with no back play. Some owners find the lume minimal and fading quickly, and one user wishes for a date complication. The watch is considered an incredible value at under $200 USD. Overall, owners rate the Redwood Watches Jetstream GMT highly for its retro styling and comfortable 40mm wearability at an exceptional price point.
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