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Maen Hudson 38 MK5vsNodus Sector II Sport

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Hudson 38 MK5
MaenHudson 38 MK5
MSRP $719
Sector II Sport
NodusSector II Sport
MSRP $525

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hudson 38 MK538mm
Sector II Sport38mm
Power Reserve
Hudson 38 MK540h
Sector II Sport41h
Water Resistance
Hudson 38 MK5300m
Sector II Sport100m
MSRP
Hudson 38 MK5$719
Sector II Sport$525

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Thickness
11mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
M1.1.5
Glossy
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
TMI NH38 (no-date)
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$719
$525

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What people say

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Maen Hudson 38 MK5

The Maen Hudson 38 MK5 is praised for its wearable 38mm case, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjust, and 300m water resistance. Reviewers note improved finishing and a new sandblasted dial on the redesigned case, powered by the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offering a 68-hour power reserve. However, the lume is not very bright despite using X1 Super-LumiNova, and the brushing on the lugs clashes with the endlinks. Some find its overall presence too modest, lacking distinguishing character. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Maen Hudson 38 MK5 for its competent build quality and comfortable wearability at its price point, though some desire more visual flair.

From video reviewers

The Maen M1.1.5 features a compact wear profile with a well-articulated bracelet and smooth finishing against the skin. The watch's use of the ETA2824 movement provides reliable accuracy. A potential drawback is the watch's bezel action, described as 'not the smoothest'.

Nodus Sector II Sport

Owners widely praise the Nodus Sector II Sport for its comfortable 38mm wearability, unique three-level sector dial with applied indices, and thin case. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting plus 4 seconds per day. Criticisms include a bulky clasp with sharp edges, a strong blue AR coating, and the non-reversible bronze bezel patina. The use of an NH38 movement in a watch priced over $500 is also noted. Overall, owners rate the Nodus Sector II Sport highly for its comfortable wearability and unique dial design.

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