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NIMA Watches NIMA GMT (NH34)vsSeiko Essentials Automatic

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NIMA GMT (NH34)
NIMA WatchesNIMA GMT (NH34)
MSRP $636
Essentials Automatic
SeikoEssentials Automatic
MSRP $315
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 Essentials Automatic

Owners widely appreciate the Seiko Essentials Automatic for its attractive design and value, with one owner calling the green sunray dial beautiful and reliable after a year. Some users find the 41.2mm case wears smaller than expected. One owner notes the orange stripe on the stopwatch button can expand and fall off in heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Automatic highly for its attractive design and value at the price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
NIMA GMT (NH34)39mm
Essentials Automatic41.2mm
Power Reserve
NIMA GMT (NH34)40h
Essentials Automatic41h
Water Resistance
NIMA GMT (NH34)200m
Essentials Automatic100m
MSRP
NIMA GMT (NH34)$636
Essentials Automatic$315

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39mm
41.2mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel (Black PVD)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Anthracite Grey
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko 4R35
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$636
$315
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