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Nodus Duality IIvsSpinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

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Duality II
NodusDuality II
MSRP $875
Bradner Pearl Diver
SpinnakerBradner Pearl Diver
MSRP $370
What people say

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Nodus Duality II

Owners widely praise the Nodus Duality II for its refined dial construction, improved proportions, and wearability with a thinner 11.5mm case. The dual-crown functionality for movement and internal rotating bezel is a key feature, alongside 300 meters of water resistance and a durable three-link bracelet with the NodeX extension. The Miyota Cal. 9015 movement is noted, with some owners preferring Nodus finishing over alternatives. One owner finds the Nodus Duality II overpriced at $868, citing a loud rotor and lower-quality bracelet, while others argue US assembly, the movement, and the internal bezel justify the cost. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Duality II highly for its refined design and wearability at its price point.

Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

The Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver is noted by owners as large on smaller wrists, with a 50mm lug-to-lug and 15mm height being a concern, though some find it acceptable with specific strap choices. Opinions on finishing quality vary, with one owner reporting issues like a poorly seated bezel and crooked indices. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver with mixed reviews regarding its size and finishing.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Duality II40mm
Bradner Pearl Diver42mm
Power Reserve
Duality II41h
Bradner Pearl Diver40h
Water Resistance
Duality II300m
Bradner Pearl Diver180m
MSRP
Duality II$875
Bradner Pearl Diver$370

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
180m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota Cal.9015 Premium Automatic
NH35
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$875
$370
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