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NIMA Watches NIMA GMT (NH34)vsSeiko Recraft Series

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NIMA Watches NIMA GMT (NH34)

Owners widely praise the NIMA Watches NIMA GMT (NH34) for its value, with some finding the fit and finish excellent and the adjustable clasp superior to others. The Seiko NH34 movement is noted for allowing the GMT hand to set without interrupting the seconds hand and for fitting into NH-compatible cases. One owner highlights the strong and long-lasting lume on the hands. However, some owners find the bezel too busy or chunky, and there is a desire for larger sizing options. The use of acrylic crystals on watches priced around $600 is criticized as not premium. Accuracy figures vary, with some owners questioning theirs while others find it great for the money. Overall, owners rate the NIMA Watches NIMA GMT (NH34) highly for its value and functional GMT hand, despite some aesthetic criticisms.

Seiko Recraft Series

Owners widely praise the Seiko Recraft Series for its comfortable fit, trendy design, and great legibility, with reviewers noting significant effort in the dial design and excellent build quality for the price. One owner specifically calls the SNKP27 the right size for a smaller wrist, comparable to other well-loved Seiko 5 models. However, one forum user felt the Recraft Series was a missed opportunity with woeful execution compared to prior Rally Reissues, while a reviewer mentioned hands that might appear a bit short and a wish for a sapphire crystal over mineral. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Recraft Series highly for its appealing design and value at the price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
NIMA GMT (NH34)39mm
Recraft Series43.5mm
Power Reserve
NIMA GMT (NH34)
Recraft Series40h
Water Resistance
NIMA GMT (NH34)200m
Recraft Series50m
MSRP
NIMA GMT (NH34)$636
Recraft Series$265

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39mm
43.5mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
24mm
Material
Stainless Steel (Black PVD)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Anthracite Grey

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko 7S26
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
21

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$636
$265
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