RGM Watches Model 500 GMTvsTudor Black Bay GMT S&G

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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.

RGM Watches Model 500 GMT at true scale

Model 500 GMT

Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G at true scale

Black Bay GMT S&G

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Thickness

11.3mm

lowest

14.6mm

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

70h

MSRP

$4,450

n/a

Movement

ETA 2893-2

Tudor MT5652

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11.3mm
14.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel
steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Tudor MT5652
Power Reserve
0h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,450
n/a
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Reviews

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

RGM Watches Model 500 GMT

Owners widely praise the RGM Watches Model 500 GMT for its comfortable wearability, with one owner noting it wears smaller than its 51mm lug-to-lug, and another finding the fit perfect. The green dial color exceeded expectations for one owner, who also highlighted the clean brushed finish and superb deployment clasp. Reviewers describe it as a well-executed sports watch for travellers, featuring a matte black dial and a bi-directional GMT bezel. The watch is also noted for its hand-engine-turned dials and Breguet numerals, with one owner suggesting it may be a unique piece from the only true American watchmaker. One owner expressed concern over the lack of color on the bezel. Some question RGM's pricing in the $15-23k range compared to other high-end brands. Overall, owners rate the RGM Watches Model 500 GMT highly for its comfortable wearability and distinctive American craftsmanship.

Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G for its striking "Root Beer" aesthetic, with reviewers calling it a "fully-realized design aesthetic" that "flat-out rules," noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch features gold-toned hands and hour markers against a matte brown and black bezel, with gold accents on the crown and bracelet center links. While the 41mm case is considered acceptable for a sports watch with its features, some owners and reviewers find the Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G to be thick and heavy, with one owner noting its weight and thickness might not suit everyone. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G highly for its compelling vintage-inspired design and the value it offers.