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Nodus Obscura IIvsYema Navygraf Chrono

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Obscura II
NodusObscura II
MSRP $650
Navygraf Chrono
YemaNavygraf Chrono
MSRP $1,999

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Obscura II38mm
Navygraf Chrono40mm
Power Reserve
Obscura II41h
Navygraf Chrono40h
Water Resistance
Obscura II100m
Navygraf Chrono100m
MSRP
Obscura II$650
Navygraf Chrono$1,999

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.7mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Navy
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
None

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,999

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What people say

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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.

Yema Navygraf Chrono

Owners praise the Yema Navygraf Chrono for its handsome, versatile design and the value offered by its Valjoux 7750 movement. A reviewer notes the 40mm case's fully polished finish, which some feel clashes with its sporty aesthetic, and mentions its 13.9mm thickness is noticeable. One owner reported wearing the Yema Navygraf Chrono for two months without issues, receiving compliments. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Yema Navygraf Chrono to be a good-looking and well-specced watch for its price.

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