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Boldr Globetrotter GMTvsHELM Komodo

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Globetrotter GMT
BoldrGlobetrotter GMT
MSRP $469
Komodo
HELMKomodo
MSRP $295

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Globetrotter GMT40mm
Komodo40mm
Power Reserve
Globetrotter GMT40h
Komodo40h
Water Resistance
Globetrotter GMT200m
Komodo300m
MSRP
Globetrotter GMT$469
Komodo$295

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
12.7mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-Domed
Dial Color
GMT Banff
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34 GMT
Seiko Instruments NH35
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$295

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Boldr Globetrotter GMT

The Boldr Globetrotter GMT is praised for its legibility and finishing, featuring applied Super-LumiNova indices and sword hands on a matte black or sunburst blue dial. Reviewers highlight the ceramic bezel's sharp city markings and tight, smooth ratcheting action. The 44mm 316L stainless steel case exhibits a non-traditional design with radial and vertical brushing.

HELM Komodo

The HELM Komodo is widely praised for its excellent build quality, top-notch case finishing, clear double-domed sapphire crystal, wonderfully executed dial, and substantial lume, with reviewers noting its ISO 6425 compliance and 300m water resistance. Owners report a snappy 120-click bezel and appreciate the depth, detail, and finishing for a tool diver at its price point. Some owners find the 15.2mm to 15.5mm height makes the HELM Komodo feel thick and hefty, and the bezel ridges are noted as somewhat uncomfortable to turn, while the clasp design is also flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the HELM Komodo highly for its exceptional finishing and lume at its sub-$300 price point.

From video reviewers

The HELM Komodo's double domed sapphire crystal offers excellent optical clarity and minimal distortion. A notable weakness is its limited availability, making it harder to get than some other luxury watches. Reviewers disagree on the watch's lug-to-lug fit, with one reviewer noting it may not suit those with smaller wrists, while another reviewer does not mention this as a concern.

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