Nivada Grenchen DepthmastervsZRC 1904 SMOKE
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Depthmaster

SMOKE
Diameter
39mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
lowest
13.8mm
Water Resistance
1000m
highest
300m
Power Reserve
38h
41h
highest
MSRP
$1,100
lowest
$3,090
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster for its terrific build quality and vintage charm, noting it looks and feels similar to the original 1960s model and features a reasonable lug-to-lug measurement. Some reviewers highlight its impressive 1000m water resistance within a compact 39mm case and eye-catching dials, with one specific collaboration lauded for its unique seconds hand and charismatic case. However, opinions are split on sizing, with some finding the 39mm case small and wearing on the smaller side, while others praise it as perfect for smaller wrists. One owner found the build quality underwhelming, suggesting alternatives, and another described the folded steel bracelet as having sharp edges. Some also note that certain numeral designs appear rushed, and a specific collaboration's rubber strap was difficult to adjust.
The ZRC 1904 SMOKE is praised for its high-quality workmanship and guilloché dial. One observer found its appearance to be thick. It features a 39mm hexagonal stainless steel case, a tropicalized gradient dial, and a Sellita SW200-1 movement adjusted to +/-7 seconds/day, retaining 300m water resistance and a unique 6 o'clock crown with an articulated module for protection. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the ZRC 1904 SMOKE well for its build quality and distinctive dial.
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