Which is cheaper, the Nodus Obscura II or the Typsim Architect?

At MSRP the Nodus Obscura II is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $999 for the Typsim Architect — a $349 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Nodus Obscura II or the Typsim Architect?

The Nodus Obscura II wears larger at 38mm versus 36mm for the Typsim Architect — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Nodus Obscura II or the Typsim Architect?

The Nodus Obscura II carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Typsim Architect.

What movement does the Nodus Obscura II run compared to the Typsim Architect?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Nodus Obscura II uses the Seiko NH38 and the Typsim Architect uses the Sellita SW300-1.

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Nodus Obscura II

obscura

MSRP $650

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Typsim Architect

architect

MSRP $999

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At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Obscura II38mm

Architect36mm

Power Reserve

Obscura II41h

Architect40h

Water Resistance

Obscura II100m

Architect100m

MSRP

Obscura II$650

Architect$999

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Acrylic

Crystal Shape

Box

Flat

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

—

Black Gilt

Lume

Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Seiko NH38

Sellita SW300-1

Power Reserve

41h

40h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$999

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