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Nodus Contrail GMTvsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

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Contrail GMT
NodusContrail GMT
MSRP $900
Union Terminal Mechanical
Cincinnati Watch CompanyUnion Terminal Mechanical
MSRP $650

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Union Terminal Mechanical38mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Union Terminal Mechanical
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Union Terminal Mechanical30m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Union Terminal Mechanical$650

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Multiple
Indices
Applied
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
BGW9

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
Sellita SW210
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$650

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical for its striking design and historical significance, particularly for Cincinnati natives. One owner highlights its suitability as a dress watch, finding it wears well on a leather strap. The watch is noted for its colors and design inspired by the Union Terminal clock, with a portion of sales supporting the landmark. At just over $350, it is considered a good value despite not featuring a high-end movement, strap, or crystal. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical highly for its unique design and local historical connection at an accessible price point.

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