I get a strong sense of apathy when it comes to GMTs. I’m not sure why but the addition of another time zone read out adds nothing to the appeal of a watch to me, and the functional limitation of the standard 2893 set-up baffles me further.

Chronographs, dates, day-dates, pointer dates, power reserves, triple calendars, repeaters, are all welcome. Even a moonphase speaks of a certain elegance to me.

It’s like there’s a piece of me missing but every time I see one, I think I’d rather that was a three-hander and 20% cheaper. By all means keep a jumping hour hand: very handy for flying.

I recognise that there are watches where the function is integrated into the design a little better but is that not because of a bicolour bezel? Technically, that could serve the same function with 12hr markings and no extra hand.

Am I on my own? Maybe I just need to buy one and wear it to understand.

Disclaimer: No disrespect meant to anyone who enjoys them, of course!