SOS from Small Wristers (Part 1): Looking for a GMT

Fellow small wrister here, thanks for the in-depth post about your search. I've got a couple of Casio's that help me with my "GMT needs", but at some point would like a small affordable GMT, so I am also interested in the responses you receive here.

Yep, hopefully this will be a helpful repository of GMT recommendations from the WC community to us small wristers. Crossing my fingers. 😉

Its a personal choice of course but I like the

CITIZEN ATTESA CB1120-50E

It seems to have a great spec, sapphire, solar, titanium, radio signal accuracy and is 38mm. Its JDM (I think) but ordered JDM before and got delivery in 5 days. Lots of JDM sites I saw this on Sakura. Style wise sporty but has that all social occasions feeling. The only negative (not for me though) is the integrated strap if you like to change. Also if you want GMT at a glance, this will be a button press. I saw it for $289 USD.

As a small wristed fellow myself i am also really interested in the outcome of this search 😁👍

You could look at the Seiko 5 GMTs as they are fairly cheap and i've only heard nice things about them. It's a 42mm case but the L2L is only 46mm which i have as my max L2L for my 6.1 inch wrist. A watch of that size is a little big on my wrist, but it looks alright in my opinion.

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My Phoibos Voyager gmt might fit. Slightly large diameter at 39mm but a lug to lug of 45mm which is within parameters.

It comes in few different colour variations if the red is bit loud. It is a diver with 200m of water resistance, a bi-directional bezel and even if the thickness is 13.5mm some of that is the caseback that sinks down a bit.

Check out the Nodus Sector GMT which is back in stock later this summer. 38mm (47 mm lug).

Glycine Airman GMT at Ashford (gray market dealer I believe) for under $300.

https://www.ashford.com/glycine-gl1050.html?source=370000001&CAWELAID=120016340000055508&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjryjBhD0ARIsAMLvnF8HLBWeKh-rTwakr10nGudku1FNLX-EBX4HyEH-foD6Z7AfmNe6JogaAmSQEALw_wcB

Thanks for the good suggestion, mate.🍻 The sapphire, solar, titanium and radio signal accuracy specs are a compelling draw. Will have to check out how it tells the GMT time with a button press. And yes, the integrated bracelet is a limitation. What's the LTL?

6”2 is small??? I’m 5”9 🤣🤣

Thanks for the suggestion, ven. The new Seiko5 GMTs are definitely a game changer. For sure, many microbrands will begin using the movement in the future. I tried the Seiko5 GMTs in an AD a few months back, and the staffer I spoke to was the one who coined the term "looks like a water meter on your wrist". My wrist and near forearm are almost the same measurement, so it did look like a water meter on my wrist.

Thanks for the recom, en vän. I appreciate your insights from wearing it. I looked at the Phoibos Voyager before. I remember they had a red and blue variant. Will take a look at them again. 👍

My wrist is slightly bigger at 6.5” and the Seiko5 GMT feels great. Suggest trying it on to see for yourself. Plenty of pics in my gallery of me wearing it.

There: Can track up to 5 different time zones, isn't overly large and won't cost an arm and a leg. Problem solved.

Thanks for the suggestions, bud. Will take a look at the overall look of the Nodus with its 47mm LTL. The link to the Airman shows a current sale price of $219. ✔ Will review the info there including its overall look, and will estimate its LTL.

Yup, I've seen you wear it, bud. Looks good on your wrist. I did try it in an AD a few months back, and it was the staffer I spoke who coined the term "looks like a water meter on your wrist". My wrist and near forearm are almost the same measurement, so it did look like one. 😜

Thanks for the recom, bud. A G-Shock certainly is a workhorse. Unfortunately, I'm not into digital displays. I prefer the analog design, as it is more intuitive for me to read time with hands.

I would second this option if budget can be flexed. I made the purchase and now waiting patiently for it to arrive 😁. I too, have a small wrist problem when looking for a GMT option. I have a Q Timex GMT which is great but wanted a non quartz andhigher WR so ended up with either lorca or airman.. the lorca just looks much better in my opinion.

I have a small wrist (around 6") and have also been interested in finding a smaller GMT watch. I also pre-ordered the Lorca Model No. 1 GMT, which looks great online but no one has actually seen or tried it out in the metal yet (unless you're Gary Shteyngart or someone else with early access to one). I'm hopeful the Lorca will work out, although the new Farer Lander 36mm GMT looks really appealing too.

I agree that if the budget were higher, Lorca and Farer are the best options size-wise. If the budget needs to be below $500, Glycine, Nodus, or the Seiko GMTs might work if you're willing to go a little bigger (although I haven't tried any of these out either).

Has anyone mentioned the Nodus Sector GMT yet?

Lorier hyperion will fit you like a glove. Shown here on a 6in wrist. Half the price of the lander; which is a beautiful watch as well!

Honestly, I would simply use an app on my phone. You can track multiple time zone at no cost. And since you would look at the phone to call your son anyways. And that would leave extra dollars to buy another watch ;-).

Just get the Lander and pass it on to your son one day.

Wow! Thank you very much WC fam, for wracking your brains to recommend GMT timepieces that will fit the criteria.

It may have been a bit of mental calisthenics for some. Nonetheless, your suggestions have been truly hearty, wise, and cool. 😎 Those of us who are #smallwristers are indeed grateful. 🤝

So far, here's a run down of all the recomms and votes...

1. Seiko 5 GMTs (42-43mm | 46mm) - 11 (edited)

2. Farer Lander - 7

3. Nodus Sector GMT (38mm | 47mm) - 6

4. Glycine Airman GMT / Glycine Airman No. 1 (36mm | 44mm) - 4 total

5. Lorca Model No.1 GMT (36mm) - 4

6. G-Shock / Casio Digital - 3

7. Traska Venturer - 2

8. Timex Waterbury (39mm) - 2

9. Lorier Hyperion (or coming Miyota 9075) - 2

10. Speedbird PRS22 GMTQ (36mm | 42.5mm)

11. CITIZEN ATTESA CB1120-50E

12. Phoibos Voyager GMT (39mm | 45mm |13.5mm)

13. Maen Hudson (38mm)

14. Braun GMT AW24 (34 mm)

15. Seiko Presage Auto GMT SARY229 (JDM) (40.5mm | short lugs)

16. San Martin (38mm | 46mm)

17. Wenger Vintage (on eBay)

18. Casio Oceanus

19. Zelos GMT

20. Tissot Heritage Visodate GMT

21. Seiko Prospex GMT Pepsi (38mm)

22. Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical GMT (38mm)

23. Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster GMT (38mm)

24. Casio World Time

25. Sugess Heritage S431 BB GMT

26. CW Sealander GMT (39mm | 45mm | thin bezel)

27. Venturo GMT

28. Boldr Safari GMT Serengeti (40mm | 48mm)

29. Quartz Chronos with 24hr markers (search on Jomashop)

30. Abingdon GMT (women)(33mm)

31. Just use a phone app and use the money to buy another watch. 😉

32. Nezumi Aviera

33. Venezianico Nereide GMT

Amazing list, mates! Lots to consider and go down the rabbit hole for.

Cheers to you all! 🍻

Edit:

33. One of our mates suggested looking at Miyota 9075 powered GMTs. Below is a list I came upon made by @ayhcheung from his post on this very topic:

• Bulova (Citizen Group): Wilton GMT

• Bauhaus (PointTec): Flieger GMT Titanium

• Zeppelin (PointTec):

• a. 100 Jahre Automatic GMT

• b. LZ129 Automatic GMT

• c. Atlantic Automatic GMT

• Lip: Nautic-Ski Auto GMT

• Jack Mason: Strat-o-timer GMT

• Gavox: Longitude (disclosure: I own one)

• Ikepod: Seapod Bronze

• Boldr: Odyssey Freediver GMT

• Zelos: Mako GMT

• Borealis: Estoril GMT

• Marloe: GMT

• Magrette: Moana Pacific Waterman GMT Titanium (Ti variant only)

• Vaer: G5 Meridian GMT (preorders opening May 2023)

• Smiths: Traveller (June 2023)

• Alcadus: Voyager (H1 2023)

• Vario: Empire GMT (H2 2023)

• RZE: Fortitude GMT (Oct/Nov 2023)

• Nodus: Contrail III (fall/winter 2023)

Thanks for this exhaustive list, Alvin.

I haven't checked out any of these yet if they fit the criteria. But we #smallwristers have our work cut out.

Should you encounter any more GMT options that fit the criteria mentioned, and aren't yet on these 2 lists, please share them here. We'd greatly appreciate it.

Again, thank you very much mates! 🍻

Hi Hakki! Another watch to consider would be the Nezumi Aviera. The watch should come out in the next month or so, it’s Swedish design and Germany made with I believe a Miyota and/or a Seiko movement. Also going to come in under $500. Could be promising…40mm if memory serves correct. Hope this helps.

You should work on increasing your wrist size. Please don't tell us how you do it. Good luck and try not to go blind.

Hahaha... I won't tell. 😜 I did have the same thought the other day. But, genetics may be slightly against me. Let's see.

Hope I’m not too late… I totally agree with them. However, if you are on a tight budget you should check out the Seiko 5 GMT Automatic.

Came here to recommend the nodus as well

Take a look at this video I made a while back about the Nereide GMT from Venezianico. Seems to fit most of your criteria 😊 https://youtu.be/BwjjWYC8NDc

Thanks, vän! Will add it to the list of suggestions.👍