Aigi Watches Arctic TidevsHorizon Watches Nemo

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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Arctic Tide

Nemo
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$865
lowest
$1,100
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners report the Aigi Arctic Tide's dial markers catch the light similarly to Grand Seiko dials, and one user noted a preference for its movement over an alternative. Some owners consider the 40mm case size comfortable, while others found a 43mm variant chunky. One owner received their watch with a Miyota 9015 movement upgrade, and another experienced issues with lume and alignment on their initial unit, receiving a replacement. On balance, owners view the Aigi Arctic Tide as a decent value at its Kickstarter price, with good on-paper specifications, though concerns exist regarding the brand's newness and potential for it to be a catalogue watch.
Owners widely praise the Horizon Watches Nemo for its handsome, Art Deco-inspired design, particularly the beautiful pistachio dial with its wave pattern and high raised indexes, which matches video appearances and is suitable for daily wear. The watch is noted for its well-executed details like the stepped case, uniquely shaped lugs, and well-formed crown guards, with one owner finding it exceeded expectations. Reviewers and owners alike point to the Sellita SW200 movement as a welcome feature, though the date window numbers are small and difficult to read. One owner considers the 1100 USD price a drawback, while another flags the bezel's stiffness and tight tension as weak points. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Horizon Watches Nemo highly for its attractive design and thoughtful detailing at the price point.
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