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Lorca MODEL No.1 GMTvsRolex GMT-Master II

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Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT for its 36mm size and 11.2mm thinness, vintage-inspired design, and crisp finishing. The champagne sunburst dial and integrated bracelet are frequently highlighted as attractive elements. Some owners note the bezel font as a detractor, and a reviewer points out the lume is insignificant. The watch uses a caller GMT movement, and one owner finds the small crown impractical to manipulate. Accuracy is reported as within +/- 4 seconds per day, and it features 20 ATM water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT for its refined design and compact dimensions, though some question its value proposition for an emerging brand.

From video reviewers

The watch's Swiss-made quality and accuracy of +/- 4 seconds per day are highlighted. Concerns regarding sizing and price are noted.

Rolex GMT-Master II

Owners widely praise the Rolex GMT-Master II's finishing, legibility, and versatility, with many citing the ceramic bezel's scratch resistance and the excellent Chromalight lume. The Oystersteel case and bracelet are generally well-finished, featuring a comfortable taper and secure clasp, though some note the steel is softer than standard. The GMT function is appreciated for travel, and specific configurations like the "Batman" (BLNR) and "Pepsi" (BLRO) are frequently favored for their aesthetics. One reviewer finds the steel "Pepsi" model sustains its appeal due to the harmonious integration of case, bezel, and Jubilee bracelet. The bidirectional bezel action is described by one owner as lacking satisfying clicks. Acquiring popular steel models at retail can involve wait times exceeding 12-24 months. Overall, owners rate the Rolex GMT-Master II highly for its blend of sport and dress appeal, with specific colorways and the Jubilee bracelet often highlighted as key strengths.

From video reviewers

The GMT-Master II "Root Beer" features a distinctive black and brown Cerachrom bezel and GMT complication. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MODEL No.1 GMT36mm
GMT-Master II40mm
Power Reserve
MODEL No.1 GMT40h
GMT-Master II70h
Water Resistance
MODEL No.1 GMT200m
GMT-Master II100m
MSRP
MODEL No.1 GMT$1,875
GMT-Master II$11,800

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
0mm
Lug Width
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Oystersteel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
18 kt Everose gold
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
C125
3285
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
34
Complications
GMT
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$11,800
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