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anOrdain FabrikvsNodus Obscura II

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Fabrik
anOrdainFabrik
MSRP $1,810
Obscura II
NodusObscura II
MSRP $650

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik38mm
Obscura II38mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik68h
Obscura II41h
Water Resistance
Fabrik50m
Obscura II100m
MSRP
Fabrik$1,810
Obscura II$650

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
Dial Color
Fabrik
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
TMI NH38
Power Reserve
68h
41h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,810
$650

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What people say

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anOrdain Fabrik

Owners are divided on the anOrdain Fabrik, with some appreciating its value and German-made dial, while others feel it deviates from the brand's core identity. One owner praises the purple lacquer dial as a unique conversation starter. Some commenters find the 38mm size small for larger wrists, preferring a larger option. Overall, owners are split on the anOrdain Fabrik, with its value and dial design being points of appreciation and contention.

Nodus Obscura II

The Nodus Obscura II is widely praised for its novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for film photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, and its iridescent dial that resembles mother of pearl. Owners also highlight the top-notch bracelet with micro-adjustment and the accessible $650 price point. Some find the bezel concept a bit gimmicky. The watch features a 38mm steel case, a TMI NH38 movement, 100m water resistance, and a box sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II highly for its creative complication and iridescent dial at an accessible price.

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