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Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LEvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Duality II - Night Shade LE
NodusDuality II - Night Shade LE
MSRP $925
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Duality II - Night Shade LE40mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Duality II - Night Shade LE41h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Duality II - Night Shade LE300m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Duality II - Night Shade LE$925
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Green
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® Old Radium X1 Grade
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota Cal.9015 Premium Automatic
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$428

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What people say

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Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE

Owners widely praise the Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE's refined case proportions, with a thinner profile enhancing on-wrist comfort, and an elegant, legible dial. The bracelet and clasp package also receive positive mentions for their functionality and quick-release system. However, opinions on value are divided, with one owner finding it overpriced at $868 due to a loud rotor and perceived lower-budget movement, while others argue US assembly and the Miyota 9000 series movement justify the cost and that Nodus's finishing and design are superior. Some may miss the luminous crowns found on the original model. Overall, owners and reviewers generally rate the Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE highly for its improved finishing and wearability.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

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