The stone dial trend has reached fever pitch in 2025, and Nodus is capitalizing on this momentum with their Sector II Sport Tiger’s Eye – a stunning limited edition that proves luxury doesn’t always require a luxury budget.
Stone Cold Stunner
Tiger’s Eye has long been coveted by collectors for its mesmerizing chatoyancy – that optical phenomenon where golden bands seem to shift and flow across the stone’s surface as light hits it from different angles.
Each dial is genuinely unique, displaying individual striations and patterns that make every watch a one-of-a-kind creation. Against this warm, earthy backdrop, Nodus has positioned oversized hour markers filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova BGW9 Grade A, ensuring excellent legibility regardless of lighting conditions.
The brand has thoughtfully complemented the stone’s natural warmth with CuAl8 bronze elements on both the bezel and crown. This material choice isn’t merely aesthetic – bronze naturally develops patina over time, meaning each watch will evolve and change with its owner’s lifestyle. The connection between the unique Tiger’s Eye patterns and the individualized patina development creates a fascinating parallel narrative of natural beauty and personal expression.
Housing this natural spectacle is the Sector II Sport’s proven 38mm stainless steel case, measuring a comfortable 11.7mm thick. These proportions hit the sweet spot for modern wrist sizes while maintaining vintage-inspired elegance. The flat-top sapphire crystal features a domed underside with blue anti-reflective coating, providing optimal dial visibility while protecting the precious stone surface beneath.
Horological Value
Perhaps the most remarkable aspect of this release is its accessibility. At just $525 (approximately £391), the Sector II Sport Tiger’s Eye brings semi-precious stone dials to a price point previously unimaginable in the watch world.
Traditional stone dial watches from established brands often command thousands of dollars, making Nodus’s approach genuinely revolutionary for collectors seeking natural beauty without breaking the bank.
Powering this accessible luxury is the reliable TMI NH38 automatic movement by Seiko – a proven workhorse in the entry-level automatic segment. While the standard NH38 specification allows for +20/-40 seconds per day accuracy, Nodus has taken the extra step of individually regulating each movement to achieve a much more respectable +/-10 seconds per day. This attention to detail, combined with the movement’s 41-hour power reserve, ensures reliable daily wear performance.
The package is completed with a quick-release oyster-style stainless steel bracelet featuring Nodus’s proprietary NodeX clasp system. Combined with 100-meter water resistance, the watch delivers genuine sports watch capability alongside its natural beauty.
The exclusive availability at Hands On Horology adds another layer of desirability to an already compelling package. With only 15 pieces available and London as the sole point of purchase, collectors will need to act quickly to secure this unique combination of natural artistry and horological value.
For watch enthusiasts seeking something genuinely different at an accessible price point, the Nodus Sector II Sport Tiger’s Eye represents a perfect storm of timing, materials, and value proposition that’s unlikely to be repeated.
