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Farer PILOT SERIES IIvsNodus Sector Deep - DLC Destro

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Farer PILOT SERIES II

Owners widely praise the Farer PILOT SERIES II for its purposeful design, remarkable legibility, and trademark use of color, with many finding its 39mm case and 45mm lug-to-lug dimensions to be perfect proportions. Some owners, however, find the watch pricey and note its use of grade 2 titanium. Opinions are split on the minute numerals on the black dial, with some finding them less appealing. One owner noted a misaligned Roman I index on a specific model. On balance, owners rate the Farer PILOT SERIES II highly for its unique dial designs and excellent wearability.

Nodus Sector Deep - DLC Destro

The Nodus Sector Deep - DLC Destro is widely praised for its high quality, tactical style, and value at around $599-$625. Owners and reviewers highlight its smooth bead-blasted case finishing and excellent bezel action, with one owner noting the bezel overhang contributes to a smaller perceived size. The custom-regulated NH34 GMT movement is rated to +/- 10 seconds per day, and the watch features extensive Super-LumiNova. A proprietary micro-adjust clasp is also a noted positive. However, the left-hand crown can be difficult to grip due to the bezel design, and one reviewer found the clasp's extended metal piece unappealing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Sector Deep - DLC Destro highly for its robust build and tactical aesthetic at its price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PILOT SERIES II40mm
Sector Deep - DLC Destro38mm
Power Reserve
PILOT SERIES II56h
Sector Deep - DLC Destro41h
Water Resistance
PILOT SERIES II100m
Sector Deep - DLC Destro500m
MSRP
PILOT SERIES II$1,350
Sector Deep - DLC Destro$700

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.9mm
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47mm
Material
Grade 2 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
500m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
NH35
Power Reserve
56h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$700
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