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PAROS Transatlantic GMTvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series

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Transatlantic GMT
PAROSTransatlantic GMT
MSRP $279
5 Sports SKX series
Seiko5 Sports SKX series
MSRP $495
What people say

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PAROS Transatlantic GMT

Owners widely praise the PAROS Transatlantic GMT for its build quality, finishing, and value, with the OEM bracelet described as "pretty nice" and featuring a tool-less adjustment clasp. Some owners find the dial text excessive. On balance, owners rate the PAROS Transatlantic GMT highly for its build quality and value.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series is widely praised as an excellent gateway watch, offering great value with a solid build and powerful lume. Owners widely report that the NH36 movement's accuracy is a "luck of the draw," with official specs allowing up to +/-40 seconds per day, though many experience +/-5 to 10 seconds. Some owners note the lack of a screw-down crown and 100m water resistance, while others highlight its ISO 6425 compliance, 200m water resistance, and screw-down crown as superior tool watch features. Some owners find the original SKX models heavier and bulkier than newer lines, while others praise its iconic, tough, and rugged dive watch design and proven durability. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series highly for its iconic, durable dive watch design and strong value proposition.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Transatlantic GMT42mm
5 Sports SKX series42.5mm
Power Reserve
Transatlantic GMT
5 Sports SKX series41h
Water Resistance
Transatlantic GMT100m
5 Sports SKX series100m
MSRP
Transatlantic GMT$279
5 Sports SKX series$495

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
4R34
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$279
$495
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