Citizen Series 8 880 GMTvsVario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners praise the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT's refined, modern look and textured dial. Reviewers highlight its striking gunmetal coating, snowflake-like dial pattern, and true GMT movement. The watch features an edgy 41mm case with a gold-plated bezel and three-link bracelet, powered by the in-house calibre 9054 offering a 50-hour power reserve and a broad accuracy specification of -10/+20 seconds per day, retailing for $1,800. One owner questioned the price point, while another expressed interest in different colorways. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Citizen Series 8 880 GMT's distinctive aesthetic and GMT functionality.

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.