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NIMA Watches NIMA GMT (NH34)vsSeiko Alpinist

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NIMA GMT (NH34)
NIMA WatchesNIMA GMT (NH34)
MSRP $636
Alpinist
SeikoAlpinist
MSRP $750
What people say

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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 Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
NIMA GMT (NH34)39mm
Alpinist39.5mm
Power Reserve
NIMA GMT (NH34)40h
Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
NIMA GMT (NH34)200m
Alpinist200m
MSRP
NIMA GMT (NH34)$636
Alpinist$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
39mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.8mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
46.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel (Black PVD)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Anthracite Grey
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
6R35
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$636
$750
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