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Citizen CorsovsNodus Obscura II - DLC

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Citizen Corso

Citizen Corso owners widely praise its value, with many noting its accurate Eco-Drive movement keeping time within a few seconds per month. The sunburst silver dial and elegant blue dial options are frequently highlighted for their attractive, light-catching qualities suitable for various occasions. The stainless steel case is considered durable, and the metal bracelet's links are described as substantial. Some models feature day and date complications. However, reviewers note the polished steel case can be overly shiny and a fingerprint magnet, and the original leather bands have an unpleasant lining. One owner questions the 40mm dial size for smaller wrists, and the bracelet has a stamped clasp without micro-adjustments, though it includes two half links. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its impressive value and classic dial aesthetics at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Citizen Corso features a convenient Eco-Drive movement that eliminates battery changes by utilizing light for power. A weakness of the Citizen Corso is its mineral crystal, which is less scratch-resistant than sapphire.

Nodus Obscura II - DLC

Owners widely praise the Nodus Obscura II - DLC for its high quality and value, with one owner calling it their first tactical watch that lives up to the hype. Reviewers highlight the novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, as a well-executed feature. The TMI NH38 movement is considered basic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II - DLC highly for its unique bezel complication and strong value proposition at $650.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Corso44mm
Obscura II - DLC38mm
Power Reserve
Corso
Obscura II - DLC41h
Water Resistance
Corso100m
Obscura II - DLC100m
MSRP
Corso$296
Obscura II - DLC$725

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
0mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
8729
NH38
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$296
$725
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