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Glycine Airman No. 1 GMTvsNodus Unity

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Airman No. 1 GMT
GlycineAirman No. 1 GMT
MSRP $2,800
Unity
NodusUnity
MSRP $725

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman No. 1 GMT36mm
Unity36.5mm
Power Reserve
Airman No. 1 GMT48h
Unity41h
Water Resistance
Airman No. 1 GMT30m
Unity150m
MSRP
Airman No. 1 GMT$2,800
Unity$725

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
36mm
36.5mm
Thickness
11.6mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
150m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Miyota Cal.9015 Premium Automatic
Power Reserve
48h
41h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,800
$725

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What people say

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Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical significance and attractive dial. However, some find the 36mm case size to be a bit small, and the GMT hand can be difficult to distinguish from the minute hand. The watch has a very limited 3ATM water resistance. Later versions feature sapphire crystals, differing from earlier plexi models. Overall, owners value the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical appeal and dial design, despite minor legibility and sizing concerns.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial colors are praised. The value proposition is tied to a sale price, with questions about long-term competitiveness.

Nodus Unity

The Nodus Unity is praised for its novel design, featuring a fixed ceramic bezel and a textured sunray dial, and its slim 36.5mm case. It is powered by a Miyota 9015 movement, regulated to ±8 seconds per day, with a 41-hour power reserve and 150m water resistance. Reviewers note the well-executed bracelet with a five-position extension clasp, though its aesthetic is compromised when fully extended. Some find the dial colors may not appeal to everyone. Overall, reviewers highlight the Nodus Unity's refined yet playful sports watch aesthetic and slim wearability at its price point.

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