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Lorier ZephyrvsNodus Obscura II

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Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549
Obscura II
NodusObscura II
MSRP $650

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zephyr36mm
Obscura II38mm
Power Reserve
Zephyr40h
Obscura II41h
Water Resistance
Zephyr
Obscura II100m
MSRP
Zephyr$549
Obscura II$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
TMI NH38
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$650

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Lorier Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its stunning guilloche-style dial, refined and perfectly sized unique case shape, and comfortable wearability. The Miyota 9 series movement is noted by owners as being a little noisy, with a rotor whirring audible on quick hand movements. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its distinctive dial and case design at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

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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