Dive watches are known for their durability, classic style, and versatility. They can dive into the depths of the sea, but many times, they are chosen simply for their attractive look and collector value. The Nodus Avalon II is a dive watch made to thrive underwater. The Avalon II offers up to 300 meters of water resistance, which means users never have to take the Nodus Avalon II off — unless they want to. For the highest legibility the watch’s hands, markers, and bezel insert are packed with luminous T-C1 X1 Grade Super-LumiNova.
The watch has a fully CNC’d steel cushion case that measures 43.5mm in diameter. In spite of its size, the watch is still very wearable thanks to a compact 48mm lug-to-lug and being a slim 12.5mm tall. The dial has a tapisserie waffle pattern that lends the watch face subtle depth and texture while still maintaining a refined look. The watch is powered by the Japanese Miyota 9015 automatic movement. The 9015 is well-known as a reliable, and affordable caliber and Nodus has also regulated each watch to be accurate to +/- 8 secs/day.
The Nodus Avalon II is the sequel to the original Avalon, which put the small, Los Angeles-based watchmaker on the map. The design is reminiscent of mid-century dive watches, but the durability and utility scream 2022. The Viton gaskets make this sleek and thin watch resistant to chemicals and heat in addition to water. The ball-bearing loaded bezel provides the most precise clicks. The Avalon II is available with a Seaspray White, Pelagic Blue, Trench Black, or Coral Yellow dial. The first batch of Coral Yellow and Trench Black watches already sold out until mid-April — a testament that the Avalon II may even surpass the Avalon in popularity.
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