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Nodus Sector II GMTvsSeiko Coutura

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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.

From video reviewers

The Nodus Sector II GMT's case finishing is a notable strength. Reviewers found the lume to be less impressive than expected.

Seiko Coutura

Owners widely praise the Seiko Coutura for its wear-resistant metal treatments, with one reporting minimal scratching after six years. The solar perpetual calendar and radio-controlled accuracy are noted as appealing features, alongside its attractive aesthetic and quality for the price. However, some find the design too busy, gaudy, or not suitable for daily wear, with mixed opinions on the proprietary bracelet. One owner flagged the solar power reserve as problematic, requiring constant light exposure. Overall, owners appreciate the Seiko Coutura for its functional solar and radio-controlled movement and durable build, despite some polarizing design elements.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sector II GMT38mm
Coutura42mm
Power Reserve
Sector II GMT41h
Coutura
Water Resistance
Sector II GMT100m
Coutura100m
MSRP
Sector II GMT$525
Coutura$550

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
50.2mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko 8T63
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$525
$550
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