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Eza 1972 DivervsNodus Obscura II

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1972 Diver
Eza1972 Diver
MSRP $1,411
Obscura II
NodusObscura II
MSRP $650
What people say

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Eza 1972 Diver

Owners widely praise the Eza 1972 Diver for its faithful vintage design, thin 39.6mm case, and excellent value, with one owner noting it surpasses other watches in bezel action, crown comfort, and packaging. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is reported to be exceptionally accurate, running at nearly 0 seconds per day. Some find the bezel action stiff. Overall, owners rate the Eza 1972 Diver highly for its exceptional vintage aesthetic and value proposition.

Nodus Obscura II

The Nodus Obscura II is widely praised for its novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for film photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, and its iridescent dial that resembles mother of pearl. Owners also highlight the top-notch bracelet with micro-adjustment and the accessible $650 price point. Some find the bezel concept a bit gimmicky. The watch features a 38mm steel case, a TMI NH38 movement, 100m water resistance, and a box sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II highly for its creative complication and iridescent dial at an accessible price.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1972 Diver39.6mm
Obscura II38mm
Power Reserve
1972 Diver41h
Obscura II41h
Water Resistance
1972 Diver200m
Obscura II100m
MSRP
1972 Diver$1,411
Obscura II$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39.6mm
38mm
Thickness
11.95mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
NH38
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,411
$650
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