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Nodus Contrail GMTvsTudor Black Bay One 31

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Contrail GMT
NodusContrail GMT
MSRP $900
Black Bay One 31
TudorBlack Bay One 31
MSRP $4,600

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Black Bay One 3131mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Black Bay One 3150h
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Black Bay One 31100m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Black Bay One 31$4,600

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
31mm
Thickness
11.8mm
9.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
17mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Anthracite
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
MT5201
Power Reserve
42h
50h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$4,600

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What people say

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Nodus Contrail GMT

The Nodus Contrail GMT is praised for its excellent case and bracelet quality, impressive finishing that suggests a much higher price point, and brilliant proportions, making it a well-executed flier-style GMT. Owners and reviewers highlight its slender 40.5mm case, comfortable flat-link bracelet, and 200 meters of water resistance. The Miyota Caliber 9075 movement is noted, with one source reporting accuracy regulated to +/-8 seconds per day. Some find the red Contrail name on the dial and red numerals on the roulette disc difficult to read, and the small crown and large guards may be tedious for some. One user questioned the bidirectional bezel's lack of a 60-minute index despite the existing 24-hour scale. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Contrail GMT highly for its value and build quality at its price point.

Tudor Black Bay One 31

Owners widely report the Tudor Black Bay One 31's polished case and bracelet scratch easily, though its wearability under gloves and robust movement are praised. Some desire more micro-adjustment options on the clasp, and a lack of contrast between the silver dial and hands is noted. The 31mm size may be a consideration for daily wear due to its 50-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Tudor Black Bay One 31 for its comfortable wearability and robust movement, despite concerns about case scratching and clasp adjustability.

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