Well executed GMTs which are NOT Rolex?

[xray7]

I’m going to need a watch able to handle timekeeping across two timezones for the foreseeable future owing to work commitments - this is factual, but this is also how I’m justifying a new watch, do help me out here.

I’m feeling excessively Rolex’d out at present and I’m looking at other brands - not for this application but I’ve given in and bought a Cartier and some gen parts for a light Franken.

We all know Rolex did it first… but these days as far as reps, who else is going a good GMT? Any niche or unusual concepts?

 

[Reaps]

VSF makes a few good Omega GMTs

The Aqua Terra Worldtimer is very good there's many variants

Breitling Chronomat 40mm GMT also exists

There's some Panerai GMTs although last I recall the PAM088 had the incorrect function due to being a 12hr not 24hr GMT or something

 

[Reaps]

Also forgot, Tudor GMTs are well repped by ZF

 

[EI449]

I have a Grand Seiko Elegance GMT (Blue Dial) from GSF and 5164a from ZF. I just used the Grand Seiko in Spain and Portugal and it worked great. I plan on using the 5164a in Japan later this year.

 

[Jackster]

I love this... still a bit Rolexy but hey....

 

[Karbon74]

I’m going to need a watch able to handle timekeeping across two timezones for the foreseeable future owing to work commitments - this is factual, but this is also how I’m justifying a new watch, do help me out here

Same here !

What a very convenient reason! I give you full marks!

 

[asusundevils1971]

Just seen a member post his grand Seiko Elegance GMT from GSF and it looks pretty good.

GRAND SEIKO ELEGANCE GMT SS GSF (ICE BLUE DIAL ON BROWN LEATHER STRAP)

Review: Grand Seiko Elegance GMT SS GSF GMT Blue Dial I recently received my Grand Seiko Elegance GMT SS GSF GMT blue dial from Puretime, and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed. First and foremost, a big thank you to Puretime's team for their outstanding customer service and to the RWI...

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Here is the link to PT.

Search results for: 'grand seiko elegance'

puretimewatch88.io

 

[Dave2302]

The Aquaterra Worldtimer is a belter, and I know you didn't want another Rollie, but a curved ball here ....

The Sky-Dweller is a proper belter, 24hr GMT function and Month Indicator* both fully functional on the ZF Reps.

Set month indicator manually once per month by turning Bezel, so not fully auto like Gen, but streets in front of the ones that are set on month @ 8 (August)

 

[Karbon74]

I am warming up to make a 1655
It’s the only GMT that I find pretty

 

[Twinny]

In my opinion, this GMT is under the radar. It is available as rep.

 

[monaveen]

In my opinion, this GMT is under the radar. It is available as rep.

Oh nice. Very, very nice. Do you have a suggestion for trust place to buy?

 

[youngncurious]

Think i’ve seen em on Trusty

 

[Got20Mate]

I'm gonna have to support the Tudor GMT here, even though I sold mine pretty quickly, the watch was a nice break from the Rolex offerings in both presence and design. Always been a fan

 

[mclarendude]

I've own a fair amount of GMT's since being here and here's how I rate:

- VSF Omega GMT's: best of the best, their clone movement is just awesome, and after some regulation, they keep as good time as gen.
- ZF Tudor BB GMT: Also good, but I could not get a good fit with the stock bracelet. You will have to buy a Uncle Seiko half link or wear it on a NATO should you not get a good fit. Also wears a little too tall.
- ZF Tudor BB Pro GMT: Loved it more than the BBGMT, has the T-Fit Clasp so good fit is almost guaranteed. Still wears tall as the BBGMT. Not too friendly with long sleeves.
- VSF PAM GMT's: Also very good, but variation is somewhat limited. Up to par with the Omegas from the same factory.

If you want to go the Tudor way, I'd wait till ZF releases the BB39 GMT that was just released by Tudor this year. Has all the good things the BBGMT does not have (thin, T-Fit clasp)

 

[Got20Mate]

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I've own a fair amount of GMT's since being here and here's how I rate:

- VSF Omega GMT's: best of the best, their clone movement is just awesome, and after some regulation, they keep as good time as gen.
- ZF Tudor BB GMT: Also good, but I could not get a good fit with the stock bracelet. You will have to buy a Uncle Seiko half link or wear it on a NATO should you not get a good fit. Also wears a little too tall.
- ZF Tudor BB Pro GMT: Loved it more than the BBGMT, has the T-Fit Clasp so good fit is almost guaranteed. Still wears tall as the BBGMT. Not too friendly with long sleeves.
- VSF PAM GMT's: Also very good, but variation is somewhat limited. Up to par with the Omegas from the same factory.

If you want to go the Tudor way, I'd wait till ZF releases the BB39 GMT that was just released by Tudor this year. Has all the good things the BBGMT does not have (thin, T-Fit clasp)

Cannot wait for ZF to finish that BB39 GMT - Will be a great addition.

 

[mclarendude]

Will admit that my current GMT of choice is not a REP but a Zodiac Super Wolf GMT. I am very surprised on how much I actually wear it. (also helps I got a huge discount on a 2024 model...)

https://www.zodiacwatches.com/en-us/products/super-sea-wolf-gmt-automatic-stainless-steel-watch/ZO9415.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=G_US_Zodiac_PMAX_All+Products&utm_content=&utm_term=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzby1BhCQARIsAJ_0t5O3_Q7bNyp8yQg_MuZYlQK3jweD-X-8pWFW6djx3PmDKJ0RTQ4zka0aAmpBEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[Got20Mate]

Will admit that my current GMT of choice is not a REP but a Zodiac Super Wolf GMT. I am very surprised on how much I actually wear it. (also helps I got a huge discount on a 2024 model...)

https://www.zodiacwatches.com/en-us/products/super-sea-wolf-gmt-automatic-stainless-steel-watch/ZO9415.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=G_US_Zodiac_PMAX_All+Products&utm_content=&utm_term=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwzby1BhCQARIsAJ_0t5O3_Q7bNyp8yQg_MuZYlQK3jweD-X-8pWFW6djx3PmDKJ0RTQ4zka0aAmpBEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

That's a tidy piece, love the colourway. Gotta see a wristshot now

 

[mclarendude]

That's a tidy piece, love the colourway. Gotta see a wristshot now

 

[Got20Mate]

Big fan

 

[Twinny]

Oh nice. Very, very nice. Do you have a suggestion for trust place to buy?

I bought my watch from Supermirrors / Sead.