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Sternglas Taiga GMTvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Taiga GMT42mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Taiga GMT
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Taiga GMT100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Taiga GMT$237
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
7.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Bronze

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Ronda 505.24H
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$237
$399

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What people say

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Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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