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Humism · Rhizome

Humism Rhizome / HELIOS

Ref. WA-RHZ-YLW · Field

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Case

Diameter
39mm
Thickness
11.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
50m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
AR coating
Yes
Dial color
Yellow

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.

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
art
Bezel
smooth_polished
Bracelet
leather_strap

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Rhizome collection · 2 watches

Rhizome
Rhizome42mm
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Owners widely praise the Humism Rhizome / HELIOS for its unique artistic dial, described as mesmerizing and a statement piece that garners interest, and the reliable Seiko NH35 automatic movement. The 39mm case size and packaging are also noted positively, with one owner finding the dial surprisingly easy to read and suitable for office wear. However, reading the time can be challenging for some, and the watch lacks lume, leading to impracticality as a sole timepiece for certain users. There is also a desire for a higher beat rate movement for a smoother seconds sweep. Overall, owners rate the Humism Rhizome / HELIOS highly for its visually engaging and artistic design at its price point.

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