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Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LEvsVario Futurist

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Duality II - Night Shade LE
NodusDuality II - Night Shade LE
MSRP $925
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Duality II - Night Shade LE40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Duality II - Night Shade LE41h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Duality II - Night Shade LE300m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Duality II - Night Shade LE$925
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Purple
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® Old Radium X1 Grade
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota Cal.9015 Premium Automatic
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$648

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What people say

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Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE

Owners widely praise the Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE's refined case proportions, with a thinner profile enhancing on-wrist comfort, and an elegant, legible dial. The bracelet and clasp package also receive positive mentions for their functionality and quick-release system. However, opinions on value are divided, with one owner finding it overpriced at $868 due to a loud rotor and perceived lower-budget movement, while others argue US assembly and the Miyota 9000 series movement justify the cost and that Nodus's finishing and design are superior. Some may miss the luminous crowns found on the original model. Overall, owners and reviewers generally rate the Nodus Duality II - Night Shade LE highly for its improved finishing and wearability.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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