The Wristwatch Field Guide

Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT

DG3038A-S4C

The Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT is a current-production pilot watch with a titanium (grade undisclosed) case. At 160 g it sits among the heavier pilot watches in the guide, and is priced well above the $1,750 median for the category. It ships on a matching exotic-material bracelet rather than a strap.

All Ball watchesExotic-material pilot watchesTitaniumGMTDisplay backUnder $5,000
Price
$3,499
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Titanium (grade undisclosed)
Weight
160 g
Water resistance
300 m
Reference
DG3038A-S4C
Type
Pilot
Case diameter
40.0 mm
Thickness
14 mm
Lug-to-lug
47.8 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic, COSC chronometer
Caliber
Ball RR1204-C
Complications
GMT, Date
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
None
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Titanium and stainless steel bracelet
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Sapphire, AR
Display back
Yes
Dial
Black
Dial colours
Black
Lume
Ball micro gas tubes
Availability
Offered
Status
Current (limited edition of 1,000)
Not published
Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Caseback
Medium confidence Verified Jun 2026 Source: Ball Watch (maker product page) Suggested by u/Potential-Peace6416
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT nickel-free?

No. At least one part that touches the skin is nickel-bearing steel (commonly the caseback or clasp), so the guide does not mark it nickel-free.

What is the case material of the Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT?

The Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT has a titanium (grade undisclosed) case. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT?

It is 40.0 mm in diameter, 14 mm thick, 47.8 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 300 m.

How much does the Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT weigh?

About 160 g.

How much does the Ball Roadmaster Pilot GMT cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $3,499.

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