Quasar NebulavsRaven Minimal 40mm
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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.
Nebula
Minimal 40mm
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
lowest
49mm
Thickness
11.5mm
lowest
12mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsReviews
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Quasar Nebula owners praise its mesmerizing purple mother-of-pearl dial and solid construction, noting its excellent value. Some owners find the Seiko NH35 movement to be a slight drawback. One owner reports the watch has a "floppy structure" and a bungee system that is less useful than a mesh pocket for commuting. Overall, owners rate the Quasar Nebula highly for its dial and value.
Owners widely praise the Raven Minimal 40mm for its comfortable 40mm case size and old-school tapering bracelet design. The BGW9 lume is noted as excellent, and the dial's play of light is a frequent point of admiration. Some owners find the steep lug angle enhances wearability. However, one owner reported difficulty reinserting solid end links and found the double-sided screw links problematic for resizing. The box sapphire crystal is described as quite reflective. Overall, owners rate the Raven Minimal 40mm highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at a decent price point.
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