Out of Order 40mm GMT AutomaticvsSignum Cuda 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.

Out of Order 40mm GMT Automatic at true scale

40mm GMT Automatic

Signum Cuda GMT at true scale

Cuda GMT

Diameter

40mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.5mm

lowest

49.9mm

Thickness

13.3mm

lowest

13.4mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

n/a

$499

Movement

Seiko NH34

Seiko NH34

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
42.5mm
Thickness
13.3mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
49.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Yellow
n/a
Lume
None
SuperLuminova

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$499
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Reviews

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

Out of Order 40mm GMT Automatic

Owners widely praise the Out of Order 40mm GMT Automatic for its playful and unique distressed aesthetic, with many appreciating its distinct personality and non-Rolex clone colorways. The Seiko NH34 movement is noted as a positive upgrade by some. However, the intentionally damaged look is polarizing, with some finding it gimmicky. The stock leather strap is considered cheap by one owner, and the case finishing on one variant did not fully match its "Ultra Brushed" name. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting gaining only a few seconds in six hours, while another noted a range from +1/+2 to about -6 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Out of Order 40mm GMT Automatic highly for its unique personality and aesthetic at its price point.

Signum Cuda GMT

Owners widely praise the Signum Cuda GMT for its full lume dial, with one source noting "outrageous amounts of lume" that glows for hours, outperforming many more expensive watches. The thermally blued meteorite dial is described as stunning, and the Lapis Lazuli dial is also a point of admiration. The 42.5mm titanium case with a scratch-resistant coating is appreciated for its fit and finish. However, some owners criticize the hands' lume for being significantly weaker than the dial's. One owner reported crystal fogging during kayaking, suggesting a failure of the 200m water resistance, and found the brand unresponsive regarding warranty. The bezel action was initially stiff for one user but improved after oiling. The Signum Cuda GMT is available for around $500. Overall, owners rate the Signum Cuda GMT highly for its exceptional lume and unique dial options, though concerns exist regarding hand lume and water resistance.

From video reviewers

The full lume dial is a significant strength, providing impressive illumination. Its titanium construction contributes to its toughness and value at the price point. Reviewers noted a contrast issue with the second hand's legibility.

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