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Nodus Obscura IIvsSeestern S446 GMT

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Obscura II
NodusObscura II
MSRP $650
S446 GMT
SeesternS446 GMT
MSRP $299
What people say

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Nodus Obscura II

The Nodus Obscura II is widely praised for its novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for film photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, and its iridescent dial that resembles mother of pearl. Owners also highlight the top-notch bracelet with micro-adjustment and the accessible $650 price point. Some find the bezel concept a bit gimmicky. The watch features a 38mm steel case, a TMI NH38 movement, 100m water resistance, and a box sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II highly for its creative complication and iridescent dial at an accessible price.

Seestern S446 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S446 GMT for its stunning finishing and extreme value, with a sapphire crystal and adjustable clasp. The winding action is noted as buttery smooth, and the 39.5mm case size is considered very wearable. Some owners, however, flag the lume as a weak point and one owner found the bracelet clasp lacked sufficient micro-adjustment. The Seestern S446 GMT is considered an extreme value for the dollar. Overall, owners rate the Seestern S446 GMT highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Obscura II38mm
S446 GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Obscura II41h
S446 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
Obscura II100m
S446 GMT100m
MSRP
Obscura II$650
S446 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.7mm
13mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Cream
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
TMI NH38
Seiko NH34A GMT
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
41h
41hh
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$299
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