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Two Ways to Track Two Time Zones Under $10K
The Rolex Explorer II ($9,550) and Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra GMT ($7,000) are both dual-timezone steel watches from top-tier Swiss brands. The Explorer II uses a fixed 24-hour bezel with an orange GMT hand. The Aqua Terra GMT uses a rotating 24-hour bezel ring (inner) with a blue GMT hand. Different approaches, $2,550 apart.
| Spec | Explorer II 226570 | AT GMT |
|---|---|---|
| Case | 42mm, 904L | 43mm, 316L |
| Movement | Cal. 3285 (70h) | Cal. 8605 (60h, METAS) |
| GMT Bezel | Fixed steel 24h | Internal rotating 24h |
| Magnetic | ~200 gauss | 15,000 gauss (METAS) |
| Dial | Black or White “Polar” | Blue teak, black, green |
| Retail | $9,550 | $7,000 |
Explorer II for: Rolex brand, Polar white dial uniqueness, 904L steel. Omega AT GMT for: METAS certification, 15,000 gauss, $2,550 savings, teak dial. Both at Explorer and Omega at DR.WATCH.
