The Practical Guide to GMT Watches (NH34): How to Track Multiple Time Zones the Waqtic Way
Remote teams, travel, markets overseas—there are countless reasons to track more than one time zone. A GMT watch makes it effortless. This guide explains how our NH34 GMT builds work and exactly how to set them, plus three ready-to-shop Waqtic picks.
What is a GMT watch?
A GMT adds a 24-hour hand that points to a 24-hour scale (on the dial or bezel) so you can read home time while the main hands show local time.
Traveler GMT: local hour hand jumps independently.
Caller (Office) GMT — NH34: the 24-hour hand sets independently; main time stays put. Perfect for calling colleagues abroad or watching markets.
NH34 = Caller GMT (why it’s great)
Simple, reliable Seiko automatic with hacking/hand-wind
Independent 24-hour hand for home/remote time
Works with fixed or 24-click bi-directional bezels (add a third time zone)
Step-by-step: How to set your NH34 GMT
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Set main (local) time
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Pull crown to time-set; set hour/minute to your local time. Push back in.
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Set the GMT (24-hour) hand to “home”
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Pull crown to date/GMT position.
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Turn one way to move the GMT hand in 1-hour jumps until it shows home time on the 24-hour scale.
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Turn the other way to set the date (if applicable).
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Optional: Use the bezel for a third zone
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Rotate the 24-hour bezel so its “24/0” aligns with the GMT hand for home.
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To view a third zone, rotate bezel forward/back by the hour difference and read the GMT hand against the bezel.
Example: You’re in San Francisco (UTC-7), home office in London (UTC+1), supplier in Dubai (UTC+4).
Main hands = SF local.
GMT hand = London.
Bezel rotated +3 hours = Dubai.
Reading a 24-hour scale (quick tips)
13–24 = afternoon/evening; no more AM/PM confusion.
The GMT hand doesn’t jump each minute; it moves gradually as the hour passes.
On fixed inner scales, read the GMT hand against the printed 24-hour track. On bezel builds, read it against the bezel.
Our Top Waqtic NH34 Picks
1) NH34 GMT “Sprite” (Lefty Crown)
Why you’ll love it: Ultra-comfortable lefty crown, crisp green/black GMT insert, daily-wear regulation.
Specs: 40 mm case, double-domed sapphire (inner AR), ceramic 24-hour insert, screw-down crown, fresh gaskets.
2) NH34 GMT “Batman” (Black/Blue)
Why you’ll love it: Classic black/blue split for day/night clarity; versatile on bracelet or rubber.
Specs: 40 mm case, flat or double-domed sapphire, bi-directional 24-click bezel, regulated for real-world accuracy.
3) NH34 GMT “Root Beer” (Brown/Black)
Why you’ll love it: Warm tones that dress up or down; killer wrist-rolls under evening light.
Specs: 40 mm case, sapphire (inner AR), ceramic insert, solid-link bracelet with milled clasp; optional fitted rubber.
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Traveler vs. Caller GMT (at a glance)
| Feature | Traveler GMT | NH34 Caller GMT |
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| Independent jumping local hour | Yes | No |
| Independent GMT (24h) hand | Sometimes | Yes |
| Best use case | Frequent flyers | Remote teams, market watchers |
| Ease of use | Great for airport time jumps | Great for fixed home + one/two zones |
Care & wear tips
Size the bracelet so the clasp centers on your wrist—comfort skyrockets.
Rinse after saltwater; wipe down after workouts.
Avoid setting the date between 9 PM–3 AM to protect the mechanism.
If you swap straps often, choose quick-release spring bars.
FAQ
Is NH34 accurate?
We regulate our builds for daily-wear accuracy and verify on a timegrapher.
Water resistance?
All builds get new gaskets. If you need a specific pressure test, request it at checkout and follow our water-care guidance.
Can I customize colors?
Yes—bezels, dials, hands, and straps can be tailored. Tell us your wrist size and style; we’ll recommend the best setup.
Final thought
A good GMT should solve time-zone math at a glance. With NH34, you get that clarity plus the feel of a true automatic—finished the Waqtic way.
