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Nodus UnityvsWilliam Wood Beacon

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Unity
NodusUnity
MSRP $725
Beacon
William WoodBeacon
MSRP $495

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Unity36.5mm
Beacon41mm
Power Reserve
Unity41h
Beacon40h
Water Resistance
Unity150m
Beacon50m
MSRP
Unity$725
Beacon$495

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
36.5mm
41mm
Thickness
11.3mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
41mm
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota Cal.9015 Premium Automatic
Ronda 762
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$725
$495

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What people say

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Nodus Unity

The Nodus Unity is praised for its novel design, featuring a fixed ceramic bezel and a textured sunray dial, and its slim 36.5mm case. It is powered by a Miyota 9015 movement, regulated to ±8 seconds per day, with a 41-hour power reserve and 150m water resistance. Reviewers note the well-executed bracelet with a five-position extension clasp, though its aesthetic is compromised when fully extended. Some find the dial colors may not appeal to everyone. Overall, reviewers highlight the Nodus Unity's refined yet playful sports watch aesthetic and slim wearability at its price point.

William Wood Beacon

The William Wood Beacon is praised for its bold flavors, particularly its prominent oak and rye influence, with tasting notes of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and baking spices, and a long, full finish. Some find its oak-forward profile overwhelming and its MSRP of $300 unreasonable. Overall, owners rate the William Wood Beacon highly for its bold flavors and character, with one owner awarding it a score of 9.4/10.

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