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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.
Obscura II
1 Variant
Lume:Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
Retail MSRP
$650
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Static data
Case
38mm
Power Reserve
41h
Movement
Automatic
Water Resistance
100m
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Case Dimensions
Diameter38mm
Thickness11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug47mm
Lug Width20mm
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Case Build
MaterialStainless Steel
Water Resistance100m
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Crystal & Dial
CrystalSapphire
ShapeBox
AR CoatingYes
Dial ColorObscura II
LumeSwiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
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Movement
Caliber
TypeAutomatic
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve41 hours
Jewels24
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
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Design Language
Dial styleMatte
BezelFixed
Bracelet / strapLug-attached bracelet
HandsBaton
AI-detected from product image · 5/22/2026
In a nutshell
The Nodus Obscura II (ref. obscura) is an automatic dress watch, with a 38mm stainless steel case, 11.7mm thick, powered by the TMI NH38 movement and a 41-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 100m, under a sapphire crystal. Manufacturer MSRP is $650.