Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLCvsNodus Sector II Sport

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Measurements

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Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLC at true scale

Sector II Pilot - DLC

Nodus Sector II Sport at true scale

Sector II Sport

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

47mm

Thickness

11.7mm

11.7mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

41h

41h

MSRP

$675

$525

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH36

Seiko NH38

Case

1 specs
Category
Pilot
Sport

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Domed
Dial Color
n/a
Glossy

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Seiko NH38

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$525
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Reviews

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Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLC

The Nodus Sector II Pilot - DLC is widely praised for its build quality, comfortable wearability, and attractive design, with owners highlighting its efficient feel, box-shaped sapphire crystal, and DLC coating. Reviewers and owners alike commend its textured dial, well-balanced bi-directional friction-fit bezel, and the quality of its bracelet with proprietary quick adjust. Some owners express pride in wearing a Nodus, citing the brand's attention to detail, strong quality control, and responsiveness. Accuracy is noted as great by one owner, while another reports the regulated Seiko NH36 movement runs at +5 seconds per day. The lume is described as long-lasting but not exceptionally bright, and one owner finds the red "SECTOR" text on the copper dial lacks contrast. Opinions on value are mixed, with one owner questioning the Seiko NH36 movement at $500, while others consider it a great value pilot watch.

From video reviewers

The Nodus Sector II Pilot DLC offers excellent on-wrist balance and a slim profile. However, the NH36 movement is considered lacking for the price point by some.

Nodus Sector II Sport

Owners widely praise the Nodus Sector II Sport for its comfortable 38mm wearability and unique three-level sector dial with applied indices. Some owners note the white-on-white dial and thin case as highlights. Criticisms include a bulky clasp with sharp edges, a strong blue AR coating, and the non-reversible bronze bezel patina. Accuracy on the Seiko NH38 movement is reported around plus 4 seconds per day by one owner, while another notes the NH38 movement's use in a watch priced over $500. Overall, owners rate the Nodus Sector II Sport highly for its comfortable wearability and distinctive dial design.

From video reviewers

The crisp, clean dial and robust build quality are consistently praised. The lume on-wrist and water resistance are noted as strengths. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition of the Atlantis Edition due to its scarcity.

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