This is my first Subaqua Noma III, the Anatomic version. I'm not sure I know what that means, but the gray sunray dial appealed to me and Amazon was selling it for $192 with free shipping, so I thought I'd give it a try.
Unlike a lot of Noma IIIs, the case is not stainless steel; it's polymer. Not as dressy but the polymer lightens the watch. As a result, it's very comfortable to wear. The strap is very soft and of course adds to the comfort.
Though I don't swim with watches, even my Seiko Black Monster, I do like the water safety feature on this watch: You must push in the crown and then latch the crown protector over it.
What's funny is most people will find this to be a huge timepiece, considering it's 50mm case. However, I look at it as mid-size for two reasons: Most of my Invictas are over 52mm and the thick bezel on the Noma III reduces the dial size so it doesn't play as big on the wrist.
With the polymer case, I'd say this is not a dress watch. It's for casual wear, but it has a lot of pop on the dial.
Lume is average with most of the light coming from the hour and second hands.
Conclusion: If you're looking for a casual everyday watch with a lot of look appeal at under $200 and like the different shades of gray on the 0927, this is a good buy.
Jeff, what can you say about your feeling of durability of polymer case? Bumps, scratches etc?
I want to order grey version with gold bezel, Amazon now have it for $159. And I also like red/black one... But I'm still in doubts because of it's plastic case...
Posted by: Enx | April 06, 2012 at 07:52 AM
I've had no scratches. In contrast, the stainless steel cases seem more prone to scratches. I've seen various models of the Subaqua Noma III anatomic on Invicta Sunday Run for about $110 or so.
Posted by: herculodge | April 06, 2012 at 08:02 AM
Thanks! I will think.
Posted by: Enx | April 06, 2012 at 08:18 AM