Choosing Between the NH35 or NH36 Seiko Movement: A Guide

Over the past few years, the watch industry has seen a resurgence in the popularity of mechanical watches. This has led to a corresponding increase in the number of watch movements being produced, including the NH35 and NH36. Both of these movements are made by Seiko and are very popular among watch enthusiasts. But what exactly is the difference between the two?

What Is the NH35 Movement?

The NH35 is a mechanical watch movement made by Seiko. It is a hand-winding, automatic movement that is used in many different types of watches. The NH35 is a very popular movement among watch enthusiasts because it is very accurate and has a long power reserve. This is a self-winding (Automatic) watch movement, 3 hands (hour/minute/sweep second), 12 ligne, with a diameter of 27.40 mm, a movement height of 5.32 mm and a total height of 7.56mm. An unbranded version of Seiko’s 4R35 movement.

What Is the NH36 Movement?

The NH36 is also a mechanical watch movement made by Seiko and boasts the same specs. An unbranded version of Seiko’s 4R36 movement.

NH35 vs. NH36: What’s the difference?

The main difference is that the NH35 has a date wheel only vs the NH36 having a day and date wheel.

Which Movement Should You Choose?

You should start with what dial you are planning on using, and that will determine what movement to use. If you dial has a date window only you should choose the NH35, and if your dial has a day and date window you should choose the NH36.

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