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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 Captain Willard

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation is praised for its impressive finishing and value, with reviewers noting its well-designed dial and excellent LumiBrite lume. The watch features a textured grey or dark brown dial, silver hands and indexes with beige or cream lume, and a matte grey or dark bezel insert. It houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve. Some reviewers question if its performance specs align with its price point. Overall, reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation highly for its finishing and value over $1,000.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
NIMA GMT (NH34)39mm
Captain Willard42.7mm
Power Reserve
NIMA GMT (NH34)
Captain Willard70h
Water Resistance
NIMA GMT (NH34)200m
Captain Willard200m
MSRP
NIMA GMT (NH34)$636
Captain Willard$1,300

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42.7mm
Thickness
12.8mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
46.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel (Black PVD)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
underside
Dial Color
Anthracite Grey
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
0h
70h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$636
$1,300
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