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NIMA Watches NIMA GMT (NH34)vsSeiko Essentials Chronograph

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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 Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Chronograph for its beauty and comfort at its price point, with one owner noting the 41mm case wore smaller than expected and appreciated the lightweight feel for active wear. A specific concern raised by one owner is the potential for the orange stripe on the stopwatch button to expand and detach in heat. Opinions on the dark greenish dial are mixed, with one owner preferring a black dial while another was drawn to the subtle green effect. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Chronograph highly for its aesthetic appeal and wearability at its accessible price.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
NIMA GMT (NH34)39mm
Essentials Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
NIMA GMT (NH34)
Essentials Chronograph
Water Resistance
NIMA GMT (NH34)200m
Essentials Chronograph100m
MSRP
NIMA GMT (NH34)$636
Essentials Chronograph$415

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
45.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel (Black PVD)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Anthracite Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko 8T63
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$636
$415
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