I've had a Steinhart Pepsi GMT 42mm for 5 years now. ETA movement, AR coated Sapphire Crystal, Solid link screw end bracelet. Paid £455, can't go wrong for that amount imo.
The VHP is awesome, the most accurate Swiss HAQ currently in production! However, I'm surprised to see that you didn't recommend the Glycine Airman (either Purist 24h or traditional GMT, it's the same movement), not only the Airman was the first to feature a dual time zone complication on a wristwatch (in 1953), it's also under 1000$! I picked up a 40mm GL0377 brand new for 630 USD... With a ETA 2893-2 and original desing, winning formula in my opinion!
I own the black C63 GMT and have been extremely happy with it. Lovely gloss black dial, sharp indices, great case finishing and a really good bracelet (with quick release and micro adjustment). Whole thing just feels really well made. If you like the look of it, I doubt you'll be disappointed with the quality
Agreed, it’s one of my best watches (I think the black dial is the one to get too). The look, fit and finish punches way above it’s price tag and the 52 hour power reserve is a nice bonus as well.
The Rotary Henley is a great alternative. Swiss quartz movement , sapphire crystal, 100m water resistance and screw down crown. The build quality is excellent for the price and can be found for £150.
Glycine are amazing for the money. I used to think that Seiko were great in this price range, but after owning a Glycine Combat Classic 36 and a Airman Purist 24h 40mm, I simply can't recommend Seiko anymore. They are just that much better in my opinion
@@El1988Che yeah that is so true. I have combat GMT in black / grey in steel, combat sub 42 vintage and Bienne dress watch. All great and not just for the money they are asking.
A fine review that includes a few I need to look at. I have the Tissot and it is an understated gem. I'm curious as to how not one but TWO legitimately good sub-$1000 Swiss offerings were missed. First - Glycine. Say what you will about them being related to Invicta. They make an excellent watch in this price range. I recently got a 42 mm in bronze that is very accurate and most comfortable. Also - Revue Thommen. I have a few of their GMTs and they are also excellent. Their only down sides: 1) it looks like they learned bezel alignment from Seiko, and 2) clasps that require adjustment right out of the box. Even then - great stuff.
I’d definitely add the Lorier Hyperion to this list. It’s a gorgeous looking watch. Unfortunately unavailable right now, but knowing Lorier there’ll be an updated/upgraded version along soon.
@@SaffuillaKarman excellent! It looks like there may be a special edition coming also. I would love it if they updated to using the Seiko GMT movement and brought the price down a bit. Though I suspect they won’t do that due to the thickness of the movement.
If you are not fond of the acrylic glass on the Hyperion, I would suggest the Baltic GMT. Same movement but sapphire glass and bezel. Similar vintage look but slightly more exp at €900.
7:48 I love the Longines. I have had my eye on it for a while. I like the way you can set the time. It is an antiquated system. Not unlike wearing a mechanical watch to tell the time.
GMT is by far my favorite and most useful complication. I'm surprised you didn't mention any offerings form Glycine. Their Airman is iconic and lately there are GMTs available in the Combat line as well. I recently scored one in bronze from Ashford and it checks so many boxes for a really good price. Cheers!
Was just going to mention it here. Watches with true history\heritage (actually, one of the first GMTs produced ever if not the first one), iconic looks, swiss made auto and pricing that surprises even at retail. But yeah, prices that Ashford or Jomashop suggest are just shocking. And yet it's not in the list, whilst generic steinhart is, crazy:) P.S. I've got GL0166 (Airman in bronze) but also will probably pull the trigger on Airman The Chief one day.
I was going to say the same thing. I bought the Combat Sub GMT at Ashford for less than $600 with a discount code. Awesome watch and great dimensions! Very impressed on how thin it is! Glycine is a very underrated brand these days!
@@murilocallegari3502 I’m an airline pilot that works all over the globe. UTC is the universal time standard of aviation and so knowing it is useful. With a so-called “true GMT” type of movement, you always have a reference to GMT and can move the watch between time zones easily. When I’m on the road it is always with one of those from my collection on my wrist.
My tip: Mido Ocean Star GMT. You can easily find one at your local store for something around $900-950. The quality is almost as good as CW. And it looks cool, solid and expensive, unlike Seiko, Timex or Chronos.
@@lachlanmax After 47мм panerai, I look at 44mm as at completely normal size:) And... I am a huge dude 190cm tall. I'm just fine with 44mm. On the contrary, 40 is my lower limit. Any 38mm watch looks like a toy on me. So, it's very personal thing. But I like this Mido.
I own Longines Conquest VHP GMT 41mm white dial. Wonderful watch for traveling. By the way I use the phone flesh function for setting time upon arrival. Very quick and easy. Because it connects to a phone using flash instead of Bluetooth, the battery life is quite long (Bluetooth is power consuming). It also has a stand by mode if it’s not used for a while. It stops hand from moving thus prolonging the battery life even more.
Hi Jodie, delighted to see the Citizen BJ7111-51M in your list. I just happened to be wearing mine whilst watching the video. I picked mine up for £250 in a sale and I think, given its spec, its unbeatable at this price.
Yes, the new Seiko movement will make it to China. The Chinese makers will put this movement in homage cases (SKX, Explorer II, GMT Master, the lot) with better crystals, 200M WR, better clasps than the Seiko 5's. They will even have some near original designs, maybe. December sale time I hope.
Aside from the total screw-up MISS of the Swiss made Glycine GMTs, the Swiss made True-GMT by Alpina can be had new under $1k is a true pilots traveling icon GMT. And Squale Tropic is another Swiss made overlooked under $1k.
I would add the Aragon Hercules GMT with a Swiss Sorprod C125 movement. 43 mm. Currently $430 with discount code. Beautiful watch and movement. A true GMT.
Good call. You dont see many Aragons on RUclips do you? I think they got a rep for enormous 50mm watches and no one looked again, which is a real shame. I imported one to the uk (the smaller diver 42/3mm purple dial) and was very pleasantly surprised by what you get for the money. Even the packaging is really good.
I own the Baltic GMT aquascape for €900. It's a great watch with all the bells and whistles. Great size at 39.5mm and the soprad movement has been brilliant so far.
I’ve got the Squale 1545 GMT & it’s a great watch. It’s run -2 to -3 sec/day since I got it 2 years ago. I don’t like that it’s a Rolex homage, but I’m glad it doesn’t have the Mercedes hands.
Thanks Jodie for the advice regarding the Phoibos, just received one and love it. I was concerned that the GMT bezel seems quite 'loose', but as both crowns are screw down this is not an issue, as once adjusted it is locked in place. Love the satin case and Oris style bezel. I don't often buy quartz, but happy with this exception. Thanks once again for your reviews
Agree on the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT. I have it on the green with bracelet, leather strap, and rubber hybrid strap. It gets the most wrist time of any of my watches-more than my Rolex, Tudor, or TAG. If you get it, splurge for the bracelet-100%
Speaking of GMT's under $1000, I'd love to see you review the Lorier Hyperion. It's been on my watchlist for a while and I believe a 2nd iteration is going to be released soon. I'd love to get your thoughts on it.
I've been getting on their maiking list -they've gone ' explorer ' on their GADA & ...added sapphire on their new dress watch - they were strong advocats of using plexi / mineral crystals ( customer request?).
@@jaysterling26 I suspect the sapphire on the Zephyr is due to it's rectangular case, they've said on a few occasions it cost them more to make their watches with plexi than sapphiredue to their being very few options available for microbrands. I agree on the falcon though, it's a bit too explorer homage territory for me these days.
I bought my VHP (with flash technology) as soon as it was released as back then i travelled back and forth from the US and it was superb with just a press of a button and to watch the hands wind round to the exact time in the country you were visiting was brilliant. Still got it and cant think of another i would need.
These under $1k reviews are great. They give me inspiration for where my collection could head. I purchased the Steinhart Ocean GMT 42mm late last year after having watched the review on this channel. It’s well made solid product couldn’t be happier.
I believe the tissot is also a true gmt which is a bit of a find. Been eyeing one up for a while but don't think the design is very holiday orientated.
Mate it's my birthday today (yep a 1975 child like yourself)and what better way to start the day..decent coffee and jody with a top ten under a grand list!..I think the kids have had enough of my money,it's time for a GMT!..glad you picked up your orange Seiko, their sunburst orange dials remind me of holidays in the med! All the best !
All pilots use GMT (Zulu) time when communicating with ATC. When I was flight training back in the 90’s I got a Casio Ani-digi AMW320 as the cheapest way to have a GMT watch.
Just saw an interesting $200 Swiss GMT on Jomashop. The Certina DS Podium, 41/20/10.4, 100m, sapphire, Ronda quartz chronometer, 24hr GMT subdial at 9 o’clock, date at 3. It’s currently $200 for the blue dial with stainless steel, $220 for the black dial, and $250 for a nice looking grey dial in all titanium. For me, the GMT subdial is something a bit different, so I find it kind of an interesting option, and yeah it’s quartz but it’s cheap, COSC certified, and with sapphire crystal.
I own the Tissot, and reviewed it on my channel. It is also a True GMT, in which the hour hand move independently. Its the same movement found in the more expensive Mido Ocean Star GMT. Tissot, inexplicably, never advertised this model
That Sealander C63 has been on my list since it’s release. But there’s always something that comes along requiring my savings at the moment though 🤦🏻♂️
Hi Jody, another great video as usual. I took delivery of the white dial 41mm VHP GMT this week on the bracelet and would have to say it far exceeded my expectations. Longines consistently deliver incredible quality for a low price point, it continues to baffle me why they are not more popular, especially given the heritage of the name. The smaller sized 41mm (not 40) fits my 7 inch wrist perfectly and I was able to get a very good fit despite the butterfly clasp. The Flash setting is very useful as well, next purchase in the black fitted rubber strap and clasp, keep up the great work buddy 👍
I'd 2nd everyone's comment on the Miyota 9075 "true" GMT hopefully finding its way in to more micros. Have a look at the Lip Nautic Ski Auto GMT 41 mm ... a 'true' GMT just under the $1,000 USD mark.
When you went "sometimes you want a watch.. that flies under the radar" for the Citizen I was reminded of the recent spate of luxury watch snatchings in Europe, with Paris police advising people to switch to cheaper alternatives. Make a list for 2022 travelers, Jody! 😄 I guess it'll be mostly Casios and Timex's.
@JustOneMoreWatch I think one GMT watch that should have made this list is the Bulova Wilton GMT, being a true GMT and with a Miyota 9075 movement under $900 and today you can even get it for half that price in Jomashop!
Great video, Jody. I highly recommend the new Aragon, "Hercules" GMT, 43mm. I know that they aren't necessarily "your cup of tea," per se when it comes to styling, but they come w/ a swiss-made, Soprod C125. The price for them is $650, but w/ the coupon-code "DEC," they can be purchased for $410. The model also comes, w/ sapphire crystal (6 layer AR-coated), a tungsten bezel-insert, screw-down crown, w/ 200m WR, excellent case finishing, ect. And to top it all off, it's one of the most comfortable watches I own, in spite of it's dimensions. There is also a Soprod M150, "3-hander," 43mm, of the same model, that can be purchased using the same "DEC" coupon-code, for $380. You may also be interested in the newest Antigravity w/ the Ronda R-150, similarly spec'ed, for $210. No coupon needed. Maybe worth a look, as there are some other gems as well. Hope that helps. Keep up the good work
I know it is impossible to have them all, but orient makes a mechanical gmt. I have one with a gmt and power reserve. Can't recall the reference, but it is a great watch.
Got a really good deal on the Raymond Weil Tango Pepsi GMT last year. Really well made and finished and doesn't really homage anything, definitely worth a look during sale time.
Bought my first GMT in Jan this year for £560, Chris Ward C65 GMT Pepsi. Ive become a huge fan of CW watches in the last 12 months. Have the LE C60 Atoll on preorder!
I have a Svalbard Voyager AA43, a quartz GMT that's currently on sale for just under $110 USD. Svalbard makes some interesting watches, including 24 hour watches, single hand watches, and some that run anti-clockwise(backwards to the regular direction)
Re Christopher Ward logo - I saw an interview with the CEO that the logo issue had to do with International Trademark issues, and that the current iteration (Swiss-English flag) is where they had planned to be after several years of establishing the logo-branding.
Yeah that Timex is cool they’ve got the all gold version at a local store here in Canada for $150, it’s a Re-issue from 1979 it says on the box. Pretty stunning in the all gold with day and date, tempting.
I know that many discount these because of the lack of lume, but I picked up a TR-04 at £398 in the latest Tribus sale [the TR-04 is the gunmetal one with red GMT complication ring at six o'clock and power meter at 12]. The lume truly doesn't bother me and COSC certified swiss GMT for £400 is too good to pass up. For info, I've worn it daily now for 15 days and, cumulatively, it is now 19 seconds slow. The last three days or so the variation has been about a second per day so I guess it has possibly settled in now.
Just got all 3 colorways of the new Seiko GMT, absolutely as advertised. I’d add the Squale atmos 30 GMT 1545 coke bezel to this list. Pretty easy to pick these up for under $700 USD and we’ll worth it.
I'd suggest the Rotary Henley GMT (pepsi bezel) that HS Samuel sell for £99. I got one for my birthday and swapped the braclet for a chunky brown/tan leather strap - giving it a Tudor-like look.
Great list Jody. You should mention which ones are office GMT vs desk GMT. I bought the Citizen which is a true or travelers GMT and it is very useful for traveling and keeping track of local time vs time at home. It also has that dive bezel. Mine is stainless steel and has a ratchet for on the fly micro adjust.
Waiting on a Cronos Pepsi GMT that I bought in the sales. Their Subby homage absolutely blew me away and I've been craving a GMT M2 homage for a while now.
Thanks for the video. I enjoy my 2020 Christopher Ward C65 GMT Pepsi retro diver. It’s a little homage to The original GMT Master, but enough of an original design. Worth the $1k. It does have the 9 o clock logo text, but it’s ok, since it’s my name as well. Will have to check out the Kronos
You should have looked at the Certina ds gmt a true gmt with the quick adjust for the hour hand. A very good watch. The movement is the same as used in the mido and the Longines.
Believe it or not, the Tissot actually does have lume.... but it is a tiny speck on the arrow head of the gmt hand. It took a month for me to notice it.
My favourite (sub USD 1,000 just) GMT is the Squale 30 ATMOS 1545 "Coke" Bezel GMT Divers Watch. UK price is GBP 810.00 but I got mine in the sale for around GBP 600. Has the Sellita SW330 movement. Yes it looks like the Rolex GMT but without the Mercedes hour hand so allgood!!!
Like the Phoibos at its price, the Tissot is a pleasent surprise on this list (and perhaps my wishlist) and the Longines is great if you can scrape up the Cash. Good job Jody
Great video, nice selection. The Tissot so tempting, but 'need v want' led me to buy the Phoibos so thanks for the discount code. I hadn't heard of this brand before, I find it very appealing. GMT, Sapphire, 300 mm for that price ! I'll add some feedback when I receive it.
Me every time I hear an unexpected Scottish accent “oh ma gawd” Appreciate the video, I want a gmt for the utility but don’t want to be daft and overspend
I have the blue version of the Citizen. Quoted dimensions stated 43mm, but when it arrived it certainly not that large, more like 40. I'm guessing Citizen included the crown guards in the measurement.
CW has just updated the C63 Sealander GMT (polar dial) to have their logo on the dial instead of the old name logo too, makes it look so much better. Seems to have only happened the last day or so, they've done it in stealth
I've had a Steinhart Pepsi GMT 42mm for 5 years now. ETA movement, AR coated Sapphire Crystal, Solid link screw end bracelet. Paid £455, can't go wrong for that amount imo.
Iv got the 39mm version. Fantastic watch.
Ditto. Love my Ocean One GMT in titanium. Steinhart doesn't get enough love IMO!
I agree, I love my Ocean one in bronze, which I bought used for $325.
Steinhart On my wishlist.
Steinharts are fantastic - just got my Ocean GMT and looks like my other watches will be sitting in the box.
The VHP is awesome, the most accurate Swiss HAQ currently in production! However, I'm surprised to see that you didn't recommend the Glycine Airman (either Purist 24h or traditional GMT, it's the same movement), not only the Airman was the first to feature a dual time zone complication on a wristwatch (in 1953), it's also under 1000$! I picked up a 40mm GL0377 brand new for 630 USD... With a ETA 2893-2 and original desing, winning formula in my opinion!
Great recommendation! I have the all black Airman Contemporary Gentlemen and it is a beast.
I own the black C63 GMT and have been extremely happy with it. Lovely gloss black dial, sharp indices, great case finishing and a really good bracelet (with quick release and micro adjustment). Whole thing just feels really well made. If you like the look of it, I doubt you'll be disappointed with the quality
Agreed, it’s one of my best watches (I think the black dial is the one to get too). The look, fit and finish punches way above it’s price tag and the 52 hour power reserve is a nice bonus as well.
The Rotary Henley is a great alternative. Swiss quartz movement , sapphire crystal, 100m water resistance and screw down crown. The build quality is excellent for the price and can be found for £150.
No one ever mentions Rotary.Very big brand in the 80,s and 90,'s.
Dang, not bad. Too bad if doesn't come with a jubilee bracelet.
Glycine Combat sub gmt is well under 1k with automatic movement, high wr, sapphire crystal and 11mm thickness. Those are really great watches.
Glycine are amazing for the money. I used to think that Seiko were great in this price range, but after owning a Glycine Combat Classic 36 and a Airman Purist 24h 40mm, I simply can't recommend Seiko anymore. They are just that much better in my opinion
I have the Glycine combat sub Pepsi GMT and highly recommend it. Well under a grand, and Swiss movement, sapphire crystal, 200 M WR, model GL0381.
@@El1988Che yeah that is so true. I have combat GMT in black / grey in steel, combat sub 42 vintage and Bienne dress watch. All great and not just for the money they are asking.
A fine review that includes a few I need to look at. I have the Tissot and it is an understated gem. I'm curious as to how not one but TWO legitimately good sub-$1000 Swiss offerings were missed. First - Glycine. Say what you will about them being related to Invicta. They make an excellent watch in this price range. I recently got a 42 mm in bronze that is very accurate and most comfortable. Also - Revue Thommen. I have a few of their GMTs and they are also excellent. Their only down sides: 1) it looks like they learned bezel alignment from Seiko, and 2) clasps that require adjustment right out of the box. Even then - great stuff.
I’d definitely add the Lorier Hyperion to this list. It’s a gorgeous looking watch. Unfortunately unavailable right now, but knowing Lorier there’ll be an updated/upgraded version along soon.
They'll be back around the latter part of the year as noted on the updated site.
@@SaffuillaKarman excellent! It looks like there may be a special edition coming also. I would love it if they updated to using the Seiko GMT movement and brought the price down a bit. Though I suspect they won’t do that due to the thickness of the movement.
If you are not fond of the acrylic glass on the Hyperion, I would suggest the Baltic GMT. Same movement but sapphire glass and bezel. Similar vintage look but slightly more exp at €900.
7:48 I love the Longines. I have had my eye on it for a while. I like the way you can set the time. It is an antiquated system. Not unlike wearing a mechanical watch to tell the time.
GMT is by far my favorite and most useful complication. I'm surprised you didn't mention any offerings form Glycine. Their Airman is iconic and lately there are GMTs available in the Combat line as well. I recently scored one in bronze from Ashford and it checks so many boxes for a really good price. Cheers!
Was just going to mention it here. Watches with true history\heritage (actually, one of the first GMTs produced ever if not the first one), iconic looks, swiss made auto and pricing that surprises even at retail. But yeah, prices that Ashford or Jomashop suggest are just shocking. And yet it's not in the list, whilst generic steinhart is, crazy:)
P.S. I've got GL0166 (Airman in bronze) but also will probably pull the trigger on Airman The Chief one day.
I was going to say the same thing. I bought the Combat Sub GMT at Ashford for less than $600 with a discount code. Awesome watch and great dimensions! Very impressed on how thin it is! Glycine is a very underrated brand these days!
I’ve been so tempted to get an Airman but the 36mm that I want looks so difficult to read
Why do you like the GMT function so much? How do you use? I'm in doubt between the Seiko SRPD and the GMT.
@@murilocallegari3502 I’m an airline pilot that works all over the globe. UTC is the universal time standard of aviation and so knowing it is useful. With a so-called “true GMT” type of movement, you always have a reference to GMT and can move the watch between time zones easily. When I’m on the road it is always with one of those from my collection on my wrist.
My tip: Mido Ocean Star GMT. You can easily find one at your local store for something around $900-950. The quality is almost as good as CW. And it looks cool, solid and expensive, unlike Seiko, Timex or Chronos.
So chunky though, just can't get over the 44mm size even though I have wrists big enough to pull it off
@@lachlanmax After 47мм panerai, I look at 44mm as at completely normal size:) And... I am a huge dude 190cm tall. I'm just fine with 44mm. On the contrary, 40 is my lower limit. Any 38mm watch looks like a toy on me. So, it's very personal thing. But I like this Mido.
I own Longines Conquest VHP GMT 41mm white dial. Wonderful watch for traveling. By the way I use the phone flesh function for setting time upon arrival. Very quick and easy. Because it connects to a phone using flash instead of Bluetooth, the battery life is quite long (Bluetooth is power consuming). It also has a stand by mode if it’s not used for a while. It stops hand from moving thus prolonging the battery life even more.
I have a Cronos Pepsi GMT, and it is shockingly good, and keeping time within COSC standards.
Hi Jodie, delighted to see the Citizen BJ7111-51M in your list. I just happened to be wearing mine whilst watching the video. I picked mine up for £250 in a sale and I think, given its spec, its unbeatable at this price.
Great watch at that price Steve, for sure!
Yes, the new Seiko movement will make it to China. The Chinese makers will put this movement in homage cases (SKX, Explorer II, GMT Master, the lot) with better crystals, 200M WR, better clasps than the Seiko 5's. They will even have some near original designs, maybe. December sale time I hope.
Bought a squale 1545 pan am a few years ago second hand for about 300 the ETA movement is really accurate...
Aside from the total screw-up MISS of the Swiss made Glycine GMTs, the Swiss made True-GMT by Alpina can be had new under $1k is a true pilots traveling icon GMT. And Squale Tropic is another Swiss made overlooked under $1k.
Alpina are not my favourite brand tbh. Gylcine definitely worth a look!
Nice selection Jody. It's good to see an Ali homage make it into the list as well. I think it stacks up pretty well in comparison to the others too.
I would add the Aragon Hercules GMT with a Swiss Sorprod C125 movement. 43 mm. Currently $430 with discount code. Beautiful watch and movement. A true GMT.
Good call. You dont see many Aragons on RUclips do you? I think they got a rep for enormous 50mm watches and no one looked again, which is a real shame. I imported one to the uk (the smaller diver 42/3mm purple dial) and was very pleasantly surprised by what you get for the money. Even the packaging is really good.
I've got the blue version of the Citizen and it's probably my most worn watch. Incredibly comfortable and light
I've got the blue and white and it is an amazing summer watch, especially on an fkm rubber strap
Another one for the all blue version, great watch with so many features.
Have the black and white dial - use it for diving. Superb
@@garyholmes4797 I've only ever seen the blue one here in the UK, saw a black face with yellow highlights on a RUclips video.
The Mido Ocean Star GMT also has 60 minute markings on its bezel as well as 24hr markings on the inner chapter ring.
Heard so many rave reviews of the Christopher Ward GMT, many happy customers!
I own the Baltic GMT aquascape for €900. It's a great watch with all the bells and whistles. Great size at 39.5mm and the soprad movement has been brilliant so far.
I have a Swiss made Squale that I love, and microbrand Baltic makes a real gem.
I’ve got the Squale 1545 GMT & it’s a great watch. It’s run -2 to -3 sec/day since I got it 2 years ago. I don’t like that it’s a Rolex homage, but I’m glad it doesn’t have the Mercedes hands.
Why no love for the Glycine Combat Sub GMT ? 200m wr, sapphire crystal, Sellita SW330-2 ,and it comes in both stainless steel and bronze .
Thanks Jodie for the advice regarding the Phoibos, just received one and love it. I was concerned that the GMT bezel seems quite 'loose', but as both crowns are screw down this is not an issue, as once adjusted it is locked in place. Love the satin case and Oris style bezel. I don't often buy quartz, but happy with this exception. Thanks once again for your reviews
Citizen vanilla!?!?! Heresy!!! Meet my Altichron, Navihawk AT, Sailhawk and Nighthawk for a fight after school. 😁
All the best
Agree on the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT. I have it on the green with bracelet, leather strap, and rubber hybrid strap. It gets the most wrist time of any of my watches-more than my Rolex, Tudor, or TAG. If you get it, splurge for the bracelet-100%
Speaking of GMT's under $1000, I'd love to see you review the Lorier Hyperion. It's been on my watchlist for a while and I believe a 2nd iteration is going to be released soon. I'd love to get your thoughts on it.
I've been getting on their maiking list -they've gone ' explorer ' on their GADA & ...added sapphire on their new dress watch - they were strong advocats of using plexi / mineral crystals ( customer request?).
@@jaysterling26 I suspect the sapphire on the Zephyr is due to it's rectangular case, they've said on a few occasions it cost them more to make their watches with plexi than sapphiredue to their being very few options available for microbrands. I agree on the falcon though, it's a bit too explorer homage territory for me these days.
I bought my VHP (with flash technology) as soon as it was released as back then i travelled back and forth from the US and it was superb with just a press of a button and to watch the hands wind round to the exact time in the country you were visiting was brilliant. Still got it and cant think of another i would need.
These under $1k reviews are great. They give me inspiration for where my collection could head.
I purchased the Steinhart Ocean GMT 42mm late last year after having watched the review on this channel. It’s well made solid product couldn’t be happier.
I believe the tissot is also a true gmt which is a bit of a find. Been eyeing one up for a while but don't think the design is very holiday orientated.
Steinhart is solid watch. im using gmt 2 Steinhart 'Steve McQueen' for a 2 years. its amazing.
Mate it's my birthday today (yep a 1975 child like yourself)and what better way to start the day..decent coffee and jody with a top ten under a grand list!..I think the kids have had enough of my money,it's time for a GMT!..glad you picked up your orange Seiko, their sunburst orange dials remind me of holidays in the med! All the best !
Got 1 of the new batches of Steinhart Ocean GMT (42mm patina version) a week ago. For $500, just incredible. So solid, so stylish.
Citizens Nighthawk is my favorite citizen. Also has a GMT feature. A proper one and the lume is still glowing in the morning.
Glycine Combat Sub GMT is very nice…you should review one.
I got a CITIZEN PROMASTER MARINE BJ7110-11E Eco-Drive GMT Super Titanium Men Diver Watch for $500 AUD. I'm very happy with it.
All pilots use GMT (Zulu) time when communicating with ATC. When I was flight training back in the 90’s I got a Casio Ani-digi AMW320 as the cheapest way to have a GMT watch.
Have literally been looking for my first gmt. This video is perfect timing!
Eterna GMT also a good option.
G-Shock Frogman GWF-A1000 is an analog four-hand lovely piece that I humbly enter into the 'what about' discussion.
Just saw an interesting $200 Swiss GMT on Jomashop. The Certina DS Podium, 41/20/10.4, 100m, sapphire, Ronda quartz chronometer, 24hr GMT subdial at 9 o’clock, date at 3. It’s currently $200 for the blue dial with stainless steel, $220 for the black dial, and $250 for a nice looking grey dial in all titanium. For me, the GMT subdial is something a bit different, so I find it kind of an interesting option, and yeah it’s quartz but it’s cheap, COSC certified, and with sapphire crystal.
I own the Tissot, and reviewed it on my channel. It is also a True GMT, in which the hour hand move independently. Its the same movement found in the more expensive Mido Ocean Star GMT. Tissot, inexplicably, never advertised this model
That Sealander C63 has been on my list since it’s release. But there’s always something that comes along requiring my savings at the moment though 🤦🏻♂️
Wore my Citizen Promaster Ecodrive Worldtime GMT citizen bj7100-82e to Europe this summer. Great watch.
It's no longer available but I love my 2893 powered zelos horizons. Unique colorways, doesn't look like a homage, and the quality is excellent.
Hi Jody, another great video as usual. I took delivery of the white dial 41mm VHP GMT this week on the bracelet and would have to say it far exceeded my expectations. Longines consistently deliver incredible quality for a low price point, it continues to baffle me why they are not more popular, especially given the heritage of the name. The smaller sized 41mm (not 40) fits my 7 inch wrist perfectly and I was able to get a very good fit despite the butterfly clasp. The Flash setting is very useful as well, next purchase in the black fitted rubber strap and clasp, keep up the great work buddy 👍
I'd 2nd everyone's comment on the Miyota 9075 "true" GMT hopefully finding its way in to more micros. Have a look at the Lip Nautic Ski Auto GMT 41 mm ... a 'true' GMT just under the $1,000 USD mark.
When you went "sometimes you want a watch.. that flies under the radar" for the Citizen I was reminded of the recent spate of luxury watch snatchings in Europe, with Paris police advising people to switch to cheaper alternatives. Make a list for 2022 travelers, Jody! 😄
I guess it'll be mostly Casios and Timex's.
@JustOneMoreWatch I think one GMT watch that should have made this list is the Bulova Wilton GMT, being a true GMT and with a Miyota 9075 movement under $900 and today you can even get it for half that price in Jomashop!
Great video, Jody. I highly recommend the new Aragon, "Hercules" GMT, 43mm. I know that they aren't necessarily "your cup of tea," per se when it comes to styling, but they come w/ a swiss-made, Soprod C125. The price for them is $650, but w/ the coupon-code "DEC," they can be purchased for $410. The model also comes, w/ sapphire crystal (6 layer AR-coated), a tungsten bezel-insert, screw-down crown, w/ 200m WR, excellent case finishing, ect. And to top it all off, it's one of the most comfortable watches I own, in spite of it's dimensions. There is also a Soprod M150, "3-hander," 43mm, of the same model, that can be purchased using the same "DEC" coupon-code, for $380. You may also be interested in the newest Antigravity w/ the Ronda R-150, similarly spec'ed, for $210. No coupon needed. Maybe worth a look, as there are some other gems as well. Hope that helps. Keep up the good work
I know it is impossible to have them all, but orient makes a mechanical gmt. I have one with a gmt and power reserve. Can't recall the reference, but it is a great watch.
Love the Phobios ..
I've been talking about the Tissot Chemin for a while It's also a true GMT. You can get them around 300 bucks here in the US
Hey Chris! Yeah, not sure how it slipped my attention. I'll have to remedy that soon. Cheers mate, hope you are well.
You have been very prolific in releasing videos the last couple of weeks and I’m LOVING EVERY MINUTE OF IT.
Got a really good deal on the Raymond Weil Tango Pepsi GMT last year. Really well made and finished and doesn't really homage anything, definitely worth a look during sale time.
I have friends in the UK so the GMT is a useful tool for timing my chats... big deal I know but it works for me.
Bought my first GMT in Jan this year for £560, Chris Ward C65 GMT Pepsi. Ive become a huge fan of CW watches in the last 12 months. Have the LE C60 Atoll on preorder!
I'm also waiting for my Atoll, it's only a couple of weeks away, but it seems like forever.
I have a Svalbard Voyager AA43, a quartz GMT that's currently on sale for just under $110 USD. Svalbard makes some interesting watches, including 24 hour watches, single hand watches, and some that run anti-clockwise(backwards to the regular direction)
Re Christopher Ward logo - I saw an interview with the CEO that the logo issue had to do with International Trademark issues, and that the current iteration (Swiss-English flag) is where they had planned to be after several years of establishing the logo-branding.
I just got the orange one and I love it. It’s amazing.
I own the Steinhart with the white indices, and Chris Ward with the green dial. Both are fantastic watches, especially the CW on a Tide strap
The Selander and Phoebis look great. Timex also. I like the splash of colour with a GMT
Yeah that Timex is cool they’ve got the all gold version at a local store here in Canada for $150, it’s a Re-issue from 1979 it says on the box. Pretty stunning in the all gold with day and date, tempting.
I know that many discount these because of the lack of lume, but I picked up a TR-04 at £398 in the latest Tribus sale [the TR-04 is the gunmetal one with red GMT complication ring at six o'clock and power meter at 12]. The lume truly doesn't bother me and COSC certified swiss GMT for £400 is too good to pass up. For info, I've worn it daily now for 15 days and, cumulatively, it is now 19 seconds slow. The last three days or so the variation has been about a second per day so I guess it has possibly settled in now.
I know you've reviewed it before, but I reckon the Mido Ocean Star could have made the list too. Great video as always!
I just ordered the Tissot chemin des tourelles gmt, on Jorma shop. Delivered with tax and duties for 401.56 usd
That is a deal and a half Rob!
Just got all 3 colorways of the new Seiko GMT, absolutely as advertised. I’d add the Squale atmos 30 GMT 1545 coke bezel to this list. Pretty easy to pick these up for under $700 USD and we’ll worth it.
Have you seen one of the Squale aged/patina grey & blue ceramics in the flesh? If so - decent?
@@TheRothSays no I haven’t. The 1545 will be my first Squale and long overdue. I currently have over 500 watches……but that’s a story for another day.
Finally the Citizen Promaster GMT on your channel. I own the Blue dial and its by far my favourite watch. Just wear it and forget it
Jody, you should really check out the GMTs being put out by Aragon with a soprod movement in the back. Aragon are well known as great value for money.
My pick would be the citizen pro master nighthawk! An unusual GMT, but the watch is fantastic.
Bro after watching your seiko GMT i started searching the exact title of your video you read my mind thank you
I'd suggest the Rotary Henley GMT (pepsi bezel) that HS Samuel sell for £99. I got one for my birthday and swapped the braclet for a chunky brown/tan leather strap - giving it a Tudor-like look.
Im waiting for a Sugess or a San Martin rootbeer gmt with that new Seiko NH34 movement.
Great list Jody. You should mention which ones are office GMT vs desk GMT. I bought the Citizen which is a true or travelers GMT and it is very useful for traveling and keeping track of local time vs time at home. It also has that dive bezel. Mine is stainless steel and has a ratchet for on the fly micro adjust.
I absolutely LOVE my Conquest VHP GMT. Great daily.
Waiting on a Cronos Pepsi GMT that I bought in the sales. Their Subby homage absolutely blew me away and I've been craving a GMT M2 homage for a while now.
I got a quartz Oceaneva for $249 a little while ago. Yes, it's quartz and yes it is very much a Rolex GMT homage but it's very good for the money.
My Geckota Vintage Pepsi and Glycine GMT have been doing the job for two years. Combined they cost less than $800.
I have the mechanical version of the longines gmt- only issue is thickness of the watch. But overall love it.
Thanks for the video. I enjoy my 2020 Christopher Ward C65 GMT Pepsi retro diver. It’s a little homage to The original GMT Master, but enough of an original design. Worth the $1k. It does have the 9 o clock logo text, but it’s ok, since it’s my name as well.
Will have to check out the Kronos
Thanks for this as I've been considering a GMT for a while now. This list helps.
You should have looked at the Certina ds gmt a true gmt with the quick adjust for the hour hand. A very good watch. The movement is the same as used in the mido and the Longines.
Believe it or not, the Tissot actually does have lume.... but it is a tiny speck on the arrow head of the gmt hand. It took a month for me to notice it.
My favourite (sub USD 1,000 just) GMT is the Squale 30 ATMOS 1545 "Coke" Bezel GMT Divers Watch. UK price is GBP 810.00 but I got mine in the sale for around GBP 600. Has the Sellita SW330 movement. Yes it looks like the Rolex GMT but without the Mercedes hour hand so allgood!!!
I also love the Squale Tropic, really cool looking watch for EU 840,00.
My Pagani automatic gmt for under $100 is one hell of a value.
Thanks Jody, don’t have a GMT in the collection - this was really helpful.
Really enjoy these top 10's. One I would have really recommended is the Hamilton Jazzmaster GMT. Truly exceptional 👏
I bought a Vostok Komandirskie GMT one of the best watches in my collection.
Like the Phoibos at its price, the Tissot is a pleasent surprise on this list (and perhaps my wishlist) and the Longines is great if you can scrape up the Cash. Good job Jody
Great video, nice selection. The Tissot so tempting, but 'need v want' led me to buy the Phoibos so thanks for the discount code. I hadn't heard of this brand before, I find it very appealing. GMT, Sapphire, 300 mm for that price ! I'll add some feedback when I receive it.
We need another one of these.
You make awesome roundups Jody!!!
Funny, I don't care for that Seiko sharp edge, but your list is otherwise fun and interesting. Another enjoyable ride.Thanks J.
Me every time I hear an unexpected Scottish accent “oh ma gawd”
Appreciate the video, I want a gmt for the utility but don’t want to be daft and overspend
There’s no better content than a JOMW top ten list!
Wow, I'd be happy with any of these offerings. I have some thinking too do before I make a purchase.
I have the blue version of the Citizen. Quoted dimensions stated 43mm, but when it arrived it certainly not that large, more like 40. I'm guessing Citizen included the crown guards in the measurement.
CW has just updated the C63 Sealander GMT (polar dial) to have their logo on the dial instead of the old name logo too, makes it look so much better. Seems to have only happened the last day or so, they've done it in stealth
I think all newer CWs will come with just the logo pretty soon. They will still have the name on the caseback and rotors, just not on the face.
Great timing for the video, Jody! I’m getting married soon and wanted a $1000 hit piece to wear on wedding day
Brilliant video. The Tissot was a pleasant surprise. Christopher Ward is definitely on my bucket list. Cheers