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Nodus Sector II SportvsSeiko King Seiko KS1969

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Sector II Sport
NodusSector II Sport
MSRP $525
King Seiko KS1969
SeikoKing Seiko KS1969
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sector II Sport38mm
King Seiko KS196939.4mm
Power Reserve
Sector II Sport41h
King Seiko KS196945h
Water Resistance
Sector II Sport100m
King Seiko KS196950m
MSRP
Sector II Sport$525
King Seiko KS1969$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39.4mm
Thickness
11.7mm
9.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Glossy
Black
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
TMI NH38 (no-date)
6L35
Power Reserve
41h
45h
Jewels
24
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$525
$3,100

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What people say

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Nodus Sector II Sport

Owners widely praise the Nodus Sector II Sport for its comfortable 38mm wearability, unique three-level sector dial with applied indices, and thin case. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting plus 4 seconds per day. Criticisms include a bulky clasp with sharp edges, a strong blue AR coating, and the non-reversible bronze bezel patina. The use of an NH38 movement in a watch priced over $500 is also noted. Overall, owners rate the Nodus Sector II Sport highly for its comfortable wearability and unique dial design.

From video reviewers

The crisp, clean dial and robust build quality are consistently praised. The lume on-wrist and water resistance are noted as strengths. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition of the Atlantis Edition due to its scarcity.

Seiko King Seiko KS1969

The King Seiko KS1969 is praised for its Grand Seiko-level finishing and a slim 9.9mm case, with one owner noting it is indistinguishable from new and includes original packaging. However, the $3,100-$3,200 price point is widely questioned, with some finding the looks pedestrian and the branding jarring. Accuracy from the 6L35 movement is noted as +15/-10 seconds per day, and some owners feel the new case shape, dial colors, and end links deviate from the classic KS aesthetic. On balance, owners and reviewers are divided on the King Seiko KS1969, with the high price and modern design choices being the primary points of contention.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile under 10mm and compact lug-to-lug dimensions provide a comfortable fit. The dial's modern appeal and the collection's homage to vintage pieces are highlighted. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses or points of disagreement.

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