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HOFFMAN · Diver 40

HOFFMAN Diver 40 Ghost

Ref. D-02

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Case

Diameter
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
200m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
AR coating
Yes
Dial color
Warm Gray
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Automatic

Seiko

Seiko's third-party supply version of the 4R35, sold to external watch brands and modders worldwide. Adds hacking and hand-winding over the 7S26 it effectively replaced. The NH35 has become the default automatic movement for watch modding and microbrand watches, thanks to its low cost, reliability, and wide availability of compatible parts including dials, hands, and cases in the Seiko-compatible format.

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The HOFFMAN Diver 40 Ghost's ceramic bezel can appear "ghosty" and reflective in bright light, contrasting with its deep black dial. One owner reported subpar finishing and a flat dial, questioning if they received the correct watch. Reviewers note the lume on the hands is slightly less bright than the markers and bezel scale. The watch wears larger than its 40mm dimensions due to its 14.5mm thickness and caseback design, leading to an uncomfortable, top-heavy feel on a 7-inch wrist for one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers find the HOFFMAN Diver 40 Ghost's design appealing but struggle with its wearability and finishing.

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