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Nodus Sector II GMTvsSpinnaker Fleuss

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What people say

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Nodus Sector II GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Nodus Sector II GMT for its versatile, refined design and surprisingly good finishing for its compelling price point. The watch features a regulated Seiko NH34 movement, running at +5 seconds per day according to one review, a sapphire crystal with AR coating, and 100 meters of water resistance. Some owners wish for lume on the GMT hand and prefer a bi-directional GMT bezel over the 120-click dive timing bezel, while others find the NH34 movement overpriced for the cost. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Sector II GMT highly for its refined design and impressive finishing at its price point.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is considered notably stiff by multiple reviewers. The watch's 43mm case diameter is identified as potentially too large for smaller wrists.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sector II GMT38mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
Sector II GMT41h
Fleuss
Water Resistance
Sector II GMT100m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
Sector II GMT$525
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
38mm
43mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$525
$179
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