Farer GMTvsNodus Sector II GMT

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Farer GMT at true scale

GMT

Nodus Sector II GMT at true scale

Sector II GMT

Diameter

39.5mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

10.8mm

lowest

11.9mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

56h

highest

41h

MSRP

$1,375

$525

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW330-2

Seiko NH34

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
10.8mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
56h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,375
$525
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Farer GMT

Owners widely praise Farer's customer service, with one owner reporting an efficient, free warranty movement swap. Reviewers consistently highlight the vibrant, legible dials and the well-proportioned 39.5mm x 10mm case, noting its wearability and user-friendly GMT setting. The bronze crown is a point of contention, with some finding it unfinished or potentially unpopular despite its intended patina development. The Farer GMT is powered by a Sellita SW330-2 movement with a 56-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer GMT highly for its colorful, wearable design and good value at its price point.

Nodus Sector II GMT

The Nodus Sector II GMT is widely praised for its refined design, impressive lume, and excellent finishing for its price point, with owners noting its toolish aesthetic and versatility. Reviewers highlight its compelling value around $450-$500 and a sapphire crystal with AR coating. Some owners express a desire for lume on the GMT hand and prefer a bi-directional GMT bezel over the fixed 120-click dive timing bezel, while others find the Seiko NH34 movement overpriced for the cost. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Sector II GMT highly for its versatile design and strong finishing at a compelling price.

From video reviewers

The Nodus Sector II GMT's case finishing is a notable strength. Reviewers found the lume to be less impressive than expected.

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