GMT Watches UNDER $1,000 (2021)

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[@BrittPearceWatches]

Gah! As a Canadian living in the UK, I freaking love my GMT! I love just looking down, and knowing the time where my mom and sister are! ❤ Loved this video.... AS ALWAYS!

[@jancovanderwesthuizen8070]

I have several GMTs. Yet what am I wearing right now? My $20 God tier Casio Worldtime

[@TheVirtuoso883]

Wearing my god tier Casio a500wga at the moment too 👌✌️ love having my favourite destinations on a quick button and see the time and little map change

[@Darklanza]

FUCKING GOD TIER!!!!!

[@BrittPearceWatches]

I MEAN..... FAIR ONE BABES!

[@jayphilipose172]

Anything but a Hublot 😂

[@allanpeters367]

Glycine airman is a good choice as well

[@jebus88]

Yesterday, I ordered the Mido Ocean Star GMT from Macys for 25% off, bringing it under $1000. Can't wait to get it, it's a true GMT too.

[@waqarhaider2226]

One of the best men in the watch world. Humble, caring, respectful, and classy. Thank you for your work, my friend!

[@marziomaglietta7649]

The Hamilton Jazzmaster GMT was on my wrist today and I love it so much. It's absolutely stunning

[@sushaantsiingh9106]

I use the world time function on my GA-2000 g shock to check if my friends in America are sleeping or in school before I call them... Really useful function

[@tonyrome655]

Great list. I would add any of the Glycine Airmen.

[@edayre1750]

Longines VMP GMT 41mm here,easy grab and go travel watch, the perpeputal calendar is a nice touch, even updates the date when you switch between time zones

[@1984FlyBy1984]

Vostok have some badass GMT models for pennies!!

[@hkwon4943]

I don't know if it is still available, but there is also Seiko Sportura GMT under 1k range. They look like explorer 2 haha

[@hodad924]

That’s one of the ugliest watches at its price point, woof

[@zHumanfactor]

I think the Glycine Airman offers an excellent GMT for the price.

[@watchingtheriverflow3831]

I have the bronze/blu strap and it is beautiful and utilitarian as well. 😍

[@butch.dieselsteak]

Yes and you can't beat the history behind it too.

[@jimmccaig7946]

Squale gmt (dusky) 40mm case for 600 bucks Sellita movement, nice piece and a strap monster

[@stuartcole4845]

Both the Certina and the Mido watches in this video feature the ETA C07.661 movement which has the quick set hour hand that is desirable for fans of GMTs along with the 80 hour power reserve. This movement is currently only featured in watches by Tissot, Mido and Certina and they are all large watches, but this is certainly a movement to keep your eye on. Hopefully it will be included in more modestly sized watches and we can all benefit from “traveller’s” GMT watches at really affordable price points.

[@michaeltesterman2109]

I own the Hamilton Jazzmaster GMT and I absolutely love it. I currently own 4 Hamiltons from the Jazzmaster line,as well as, 3 other Hamiltons. I guess you could say I'm a fan of the brand. I also grew up in Lancaster Pennsylvania, which was the original home of Hamilton.

[@eagleosen]

I have 5 Hamilton’s. I also grew up in Lancaster Pa. Right near the old Hamilton watch factory

[@ulmen24]

Ahhh! I love that Certina but WHY does it have to be 43mm???

[@Sn0wman5]

Same thought

[@unixnerd23]

Also, love Certina but not the Powermatic 80. I'd rather have a normal Eta 2824 with the smoother 28800 beat.

[@scottlaughlin1528]

GMT is perhaps my favorite watch complication, so I loved this episode. What made this great for me, though, is that you mentioned the Alpina Startimer Pilot Heritage in blue. While I have pulled the trigger on other watches, as a watch geek I have that ever changing wishlist, but the Alpina has remained firmly entrenched on my "GMT wishlist" for about 2 years. Thanks for the episode, Jory. Keep up the good work.

[@chrisb5986]

Thank you for reminding me of the Certina with the PM80 with GMT....what a great movement that has for less than $1000! You might have mentioned the difference between the classic GMT with quick-set hour hand like your explorer vs. the swatch GMTs with the date/gmt hand setting.

[@stuartcole4845]

Both the Certina and the Mido watches in this video feature the ETA C07.661 movement which has the quick set hour hand that you mentioned along with the 80 hour power reserve. This movement is currently only featured in watches by Tissot, Mido and Certina and they are all large watches, but this is certainly a movement to keep your eye on. Hopefully it will be included in more modestly sized watches and we can all benefit from “traveller’s” GMT watches at really affordable price points.

[@ahson6249]

Man I need a GMT in my watch box. The Hammie has definitely been on my list

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Gah.... you DEFINITELY need a GMT in your life!!

[@chrispierce8349]

Loving the Alpina Startimer followed by a close second the Hamilton Jazzmaster🤩

[@jocularsplash9770]

Merkur Pilot GMT - I cannot reccomend this watch enough. It's an automatic GMT (Chinese ETA clone, but well made) with a domed sapphire crystal, rotating dive bezel, 200m water resist, a great rubber strap, fantastic lume, a 2 year warranty and a design that mimics some cool Sinn models but is different enough to be all original. I ordered one a few weeks ago and it took less than a week to arrive through international shipping. So far I'm very impressed with it.

[@jocularsplash9770]

Forgot to mention - it's also cheaper than almost every watch on this list.

[@stefanlazaralexandru]

The Certina should get even more credit for having a true GMT movement.

[@adipraja9835]

They have true travelers gmt movement?

[@cyborgmastermind]

The Longines VHP is also available in 41 mm, a wonderful watch! Plus minus 5 sec per year as well!

[@paikiah77]

My go-to travel watch is the Hamilton jazzmaster GMT Korea edition.. looks good and won't cry over a just in case lost/stolen watch

[@user-ue8pw7lf6e]

I purchased a Longines Conquest VHP GMT 41mm last November! Fantastic watch!!

[@helgemenzel8642]

My first GMT: Zenith Elite GMT in steel/gold with a small second on the 9-position and the date on the 3-position. Automatic movement. Saphire. Beyond 10 mm thickness, a very nice dress watch. Bought in Munich mid 90s. Actually, I added the Seiko GPS Solar Dual Time 5X53 Cherry Blossom to my collection, IMO one of the most advanced GMT complication watches.

[@RUSHx51]

Vostok has auto GMT watches for like $80. You can’t beat that

[@lastofmykind8]

I have the Hamilton Jazzmaster GMT Worldtimer myself on the black leather strap and I absolutely love it.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

Oh well smart! 👏

[@lastofmykind8]

@@BrittPearceWatches Thank you? 😌

[@rorynosworthy1202]

Why did they stop selling them!!!

[@julioerodriguez6097]

I really like the Alpina and the Hamilton Jazzmaster GMT. I currently own an Omega Aquaterra GMT Ref 231.13.44.52.04.001.

[@stefanseelmann3595]

Love both the Hamilton and the Alpina. I have a vintage Bulova Astronaut gmt. It's beautiful

[@stanostano7674]

I have seen Certina in thumbnail so i clicked.Almost first.

[@KRW628]

If you want a GMT for less that $200. the King G-Shocks (module 3221) will display 2 time zones. Mine are set for local and UTC.

[@TerrySteiner]

I actually just sold my Hamilton Jazzmaster GMT. Mine had the silver dial. A great watch but horrible lume. The black dial is probably the way to go the silver dial was gorgeous but impossible to read. I had the bracelet but mine lived on brown leather. Definitely the way to go.

[@colinsmith5218]

I love my Jazzmaster GMT with the map: setting the 24-hour hand to UTC shows where is noon, and thus the time everywhere.

[@chadgraber4575]

I love my Laco GMT. Found a slightly used one in great condition for under 1k.

[@gynechiatrist]

Without a doubt your best/my favorite video you have done- and you have done some greats. Thanks.

[@gregalonzo747]

I travel a lot for both business and pleasure and for me, a GMT is a must. I have both the Alpina and the Mido. Both are well made and comfortable on the wrist. A couple of my colleagues have the Longines and swear by their accuracy.

I use it everyday. I work with money markets. Very, very useful

[@youraveragepasser-by7367]

That's a smart way to use a GMT watch! Will definitely try that with mine

[@ikirikchi]

These Longines are available in 41mm too. I own one. Looks very OK on my 7 inch wrist. And in addition to all you said it has a unique function. The time could be adjusted via smartphone. There is an app that adjust the time on the watch with the help of flash. So no need to spend battery energy as Bluetooth is not used for “connecting” with a smartphone. It also has a sleeping mode to save battery power. So, it’s definitely my first choice out of your selection. The second choice would be Hamilton. Very functional and good looking mechanical watch.

[@waynejrice]

I own the Aragon Hercules Soprod GMT. It has a Soprod C125 GMT movement. Amazing watch. $670.

[@danwaz5218]

Never really desired the GMT function so it makes consideration for purchase moot. I love to see there are affordable mechanical GMT's though 😉

[@kevinpascual]

First GMT was a Steinhart Ocean GMT....But I have preordered the Sharp Edge GMT coming in May/June

[@khronokraze]

I would say one of my favorite gmts for under $1k is the Glycine Airman. There are a huge variety of them from vintage to more modern variations and sizes from 36mm to 45mm. They even have a crazy rare version that reads 4 timezones. Look for the "Double 24", if curious. I've owned 5 Airmans. I prefer the "Purist" versions. An original design and actually beat the Rolex GMT to be first commercially available automatic GMT. Seriously, forget that Invicta relationship. They are still made in same Glycine factory in Switzerland and still top notch quality and heritage for the price. I think Invicta only helps Glycine financially to continue making a lot of great watches, which is a good thing. God bless those easy to read and catchy Swatch group references :D

[@greatdogg]

The Jazzmaster is stunning. Not a true GMT but the Amfibia Reef 080481 is a steal. Yes, it's a Vostok but you said it, "affordable" is subjective.

[@BWo-bb1yw]

I too am a fellow lover of GMT,s but most makers forget the term "traveling light" or under 40 and 13mm.

[@junwoojang2941]

Just over $1000 (around $1200-1400) you can get a Christopher ward c60 gmt. Ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal, beautiful new casing, lovely caseback, great lume, and a 600m water resistance. Awesome package for the money and looks very handsome. I would add steinhart automatic Pepsi gmt for under $1000 as well, goes for around $600-$800...?

[@aaronmichael1022]

Alpina and Longines would be my top picks. Great vid as always! 👍

[@michaelbarton5169]

Love a GMT! I don't normally gravitate to Mido, but their subtle coloured numbers was really cool... shall we call that a "Diet Pepsi?" 😉

[@John-wl9pg]

Surprised I didn't see Christopher Ward here. With some coupons (which they always give out) one can have the C60 Trident GMT and the C65 Trident GMT. Both hit way above the prices suggest. The quality is phenomenal and very distinct designs.

[@VersedNJ]

LOL, have that Certina coming tomorrow in green.

[@markgilbertson1564]

Wise choice. Had a Certina for seven years. Still looks great, reliable and tough.

[@1018Frankie]

You can get a true GMT that is only $1,200 with the Mido Ocean Star GMT. It has 200 m water resistance, Powermatic 80 and unidirectional timing bezel( not a 24 hours bezel). Of the list I like the most the Alpina Startimer GMT.

[@JinKee]

I love my aplina startimer in black. i put it on a black and red rally strap and love the true flier mechanical gmt movement. my only criticisms are 1) screwdown crown for the internal bezel but no screw down crown for the time setting crown on an automatic feels like i could have had a bit more water resistance if both crowns were screw down 2) the printed aplina logo would have been so much more striking if it was an applied high polish alpina A

[@danielshames8934]

Thanks for this episode. Let me bring this one up: Citizen BJ7100. I think this and it's variations were never released in the US, but you can find them new on EBay for under $300. I don't own it but I'm tempted to pull the trigger.

[@Chris-oz9qx]

The first thing I notice about the Alpina is the GMT hand being off kilter. The time says 10:10 the GMT suggests 9:50

[@jimt7292]

Nice. I would imagine most, if not all, of those complications, did not have a jumping hour hand, given nothing was over a grand. Thanks, as always, for creating this type of content.

[@lenq9561]

I've fallen in love with the Farer microbrand which has a few GMT / world timer options. They are a little bit over 1K, but beautiful design for the money!

[@tedsklarchuk5868]

I live gmt watches, snd gave two...Zelos Horizons 2 (teal dial), Ball Engineer 2 (black dial)

[@3Dogs1CatandMore]

All good choices. However, for Powermatic 80 GMT, I would go for Tissot Chemin des Tourelles instead of Certina.

[@friendlynomad9840]

The Boldr was my favorite from the video. My #1 GMT would be the Tudor BB GMT.

[@MatthewHolmes86]

I purchased the Hamilton Jazzmaster GMT last month and I love it. Beautiful watch!

[@samuelhasty]

I own an Orient GMT Polaris and I love it!

[@idonow]

Theres also going to be a gmt seiko presage this may

[@CyberBeep_kenshi]

Still extremely happy with my Steinhart ocean one 39m gmt. Premium eta movement, yumm. Blue black bezel and under 750 euro, what's not to like:)

[@user-ue4nq3kc3j]

@13:50 Not really Turns out very few G.I.s were issued Hamiltons or any other watch. Most wore watches they brought from home or bought watches in PX

[@LTC_Tiger]

I have a TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre 7 Twin-Time and a Glycine Airman DC-4. For my 35th birthday in July, I think my next watch is going to be a Tudor BB GMT.

[@jamesabercrombie7260]

I love the Jazz master, i really like the Boldr, and I own the Rolex Pepsi GMT and the Glycine Airman

[@Thasgolas]

I only have one GMT in my collection (currently - I traded another away a while back). I have a So&Co Hudson (Yachtmaster II homage) with a GMT complication. Quartz, though I love it and affordable to almost anyone - even me!

[@pecciajr]

You can grab a Yema Superman GMT with an ETA for just a little north of $1K. Classic looking, a few bezel options, and two sizes - 39mm and 41mm. Thoughts?

[@Watchandcutgearchannel]

Wow 😯 you showed a few I really really liked! I’m digging the certina a lot!

[@rangersmith4652]

The Alpina GMT "disk" arrangement is very sleek and appealing. Way too much money for my collecting goals though.

[@TheKirkosable]

Picked up the Seiko GMT Tuna PADI edition (SUN065) recently. Love the midnight blue dial, been wearing it most days since. Bigger at 48mm though works great on my 7 3/4 inch wrist

[@NonyaDamnbusiness]

Even Hamilton's cheapo field watches last a long time. I'm wearing a 1978 Hamilton mil-issue field watch right now. It still keeps excellent time even if the tritium paint faded long ago and it was never designed to really last as long as it has. Recently had it serviced and it's good to go for probably another 40 years. The only modern field watch that even comes close to it in size is my Marathon GP Stainless Steel manual-wind, which is really the only modern watch produced today that comes close to both the size and the purpose while still meeting military standards and having an NSN number.

[@davidwarburton8890]

Liked the Longines. Just with it was 2-4mm smaller.

[@daviddoyle2738]

I think the date wheel of the Certina should be white. I feel the color of the date wheel makes up for the lack of a border and the black numbers match the dial nicely.

[@ryejack]

I'm drawn to that Alpina GMT and would love to pick one up at some point.

[@WatchmanNiel]

The Yema Worldtime Steel, Monta Atlas GMT and the Batavi Kosmopoliet GMT are my favourite watches in this approximate price range.

[@abcoates]

Love my Longines Conquest VHP GMT. It also passes my rule that my GMTs should be able to handle half- & quarter-hour timezones.

[@wristray8775]

I got a Citizen ecodrive GMT World Timer and a vintage Seiko. Wish to buy the Longines VHP GMT. It is something.

[@FrankLavoy]

Hummm ... interesting list of GMT watches. Really like the Citizen Promaster. Thanks for sharing.

[@natemillsap7279]

The Longines also comes in a 41mm. Very accurate - mine only gained about 2-3 seconds over the past year.

[@BassMatriX]

I currently only have one GMT. It's the Phoibos Eagle Ray GMT. A lovely quartz which my wife got me for under $200.

[@tedgorman12]

As a newbie to the hobby, I am stuck in the position of appreciating the additional complication but not enough to “invest” in it. That being said, if I were to go with a GMT, my value option alternative to the great ones listed in your video might be the Orient Star Seeker Automatic GMT Rather than the Explorer II in the more upscale model, I believe I would go with the Grand Seiko SBGN003 or SBGN005.

[@TheMoose240]

Late to the party. It's double the price but how do you feel about the Laco Frankfurt GMT. I personally like the Flieger / Field style with the GMT function.

[@deanspeer1]

I own that Citizen Eco-Drive. The bracelet is incredible with the glide lock style micro adjustment.

[@Will-gq3kt]

I have the Citizen BJ9127-00A Love it and the GMT I planning on getting is from Tudor 😬

[@michaelcarey8439]

Love my Hanhart S 105 OE GMT - only wish it were 42mm vs 40

[@JEmmons6322]

The Lorier Hyperion deserved a spot on this list for sure but great picks nonetheless!

[@garrymaisey1532]

Alpina wins it for me, gorgeous little looker.

[@phil2082]

If I get a GMT watch, should I actually set the GMT hand to Greenwich Meridian Time?

[@justinlowe337]

Of all the ones I saw I liked the Boldr and the Hamilton Jazzmaster

[@Repiiv88]

I'm not that hot about GMT watches, but that JazzMaster Maestro Chrono is SWEET!!!

[@Norman-yq3hl]

I have an Aerowatch Quartz GMT which I like very much.

[@Hrethgir]

I have no need for a GMT. Pretty much all my family lives in the same time zone as we do, except my brother-in-law, and they are only 1 hour ahead, not hard to work out the time. With that being said, my next watch is most likely going to be a GMT. I love the Pepsi bezel look, so something like that is what I'm targeting. Certina DS Action definitely on my watch list. Also the Christopher Ward C65 Trident GMT, Steinhart, Squale, and while it's not a Pepsi, the Zelos Horizons GMT Frost looks nice too. The Glycine Airman has my attention too. Not buying until April/May, so I have time to look.

[@mdunawaym]

I love that Hamilton! The only GMT I own is a Rotary Henley. Quartz, but it was only $200.

[@arielargo]

The Glycine Combat Sub GMT IS under $650. 42mm and 10.5mm thin. Great value!

[@Gumby56]

I have the Hamilton Jazzmaster and yes, it’s a great watch but look at the Bulova Wilton GMT.

[@icalexander]

Last time I was this early T3 hadn't learned to tell time yet

[@thatpiffva9455]

Which of these are travelers GMT versus OFfice GMT

[@BrittPearceWatches]

I think the Alpina is especially cool! Freaking love it!

[@scottcreedon7405]

Mathey-Tissot & Revue Thommen both have GMTs below $1K