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Nodus Obscura II - DLCvsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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Obscura II - DLC
NodusObscura II - DLC
MSRP $725
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Nodus Obscura II - DLC

Owners widely praise the Nodus Obscura II - DLC for its high quality and value, with one owner calling it their first tactical watch that lives up to the hype. Reviewers highlight the novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, as a well-executed feature. The TMI NH38 movement is considered basic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II - DLC highly for its unique bezel complication and strong value proposition at $650.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Obscura II - DLC38mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
Obscura II - DLC41h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
Obscura II - DLC100m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
Obscura II - DLC$725
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Thickness
11.7mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Dome
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
TMI NH38
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
41h
42h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$725
$980

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