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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsNodus Sector II Pilot - DLC

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Ascent 40 GMT
Erebus WatchesAscent 40 GMT
MSRP $429
Sector II Pilot - DLC
NodusSector II Pilot - DLC
MSRP $675
What people say

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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ASCENT for its stunning dial and excellent lume, with many finding it gorgeous and beautiful beyond comprehension. The watch is also noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to its 40mm case, and the bracelet's micro-adjustable clasp and well-finished screws receive specific commendation. Some owners consider the Miyota 9075 movement excellent for the price, with one reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. However, import duties are a significant concern for some buyers, and the polished case sides are noted to lack a scratch-resistant coating. On balance, owners rate the Erebus Watches ASCENT highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLC

Owners widely praise the Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLC for its beautiful, comfortable tool watch design, highlighting its thin 11.7mm case, box sapphire crystal, and DLC coating. Its textured dial center and satin sunburst perimeter are noted as complementary, with the neon green lume described as long-lasting. The build quality, weight, movement, and look are consistently commended, and the date display is considered appropriately sized. The bi-directional bezel action is described as perfectly balanced, and the bracelet with its proprietary quick adjust is a significant highlight. Accuracy is reported as great, and the watch is considered excellent value at $625. However, one owner expressed general dissatisfaction, and the red "SECTOR" text on the copper dial is noted to blur and lack contrast. Overall, owners rate the Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLC highly for its exceptional build quality and value, particularly praising its comfortable wearability and well-executed design elements.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ascent 40 GMT40mm
Sector II Pilot - DLC38mm
Power Reserve
Ascent 40 GMT
Sector II Pilot - DLC41h
Water Resistance
Ascent 40 GMT100m
Sector II Pilot - DLC100m
MSRP
Ascent 40 GMT$429
Sector II Pilot - DLC$675

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.4mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Malachite
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
TMI NH36 (day/date)
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$675
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