Like many good microbrands, Nezumi has core models that they are known for that are continuously upgraded and improved. One of them is the Nezumi Aviera GMT, and recently it received quite a few updates. This is version 3, but I reviewed the original back in 2023, and to my knowledge, version 2 received the Miyota 9075 movement (and upgrade from the NH34), but this one has some alterations to the case dimensions, and even taller sapphire crystal, an improved bracelet and clasp, and currently there are 3 colors available. Pricing starts at $673.
Specificaitons
40mm Stainless Steel Case
39mm Bezel
13.3mm Thick (11.4mm Case)
20mm Lug Width
Lug to Lug 47mm
150 Grams (On Bracelet)
92 Grams (On Strap)
Screw Down Crown
200m Water Resistant
Domed Sapphire Crystal
Miyota 9075 GMT Movement
Multiple Strap Choices
Pricing starts at $673
Nezumi Website
As I talked about with the oringal model, the design is very familiar, with a lyre or twisted lug style case, a steel bezel and black with large GMT hand, all being remeinicent of a Rolex Explorer and an Omega Seamaster, and this style of case has been very popular with many microbrands doing their version of it, notably Vaer who uses this case for their dive models, and do have a GMT version as well, that also happens to use the Miyota 9075.
The case of the Nezumi Aviera GMT remains unchanged; it’s still all satin brushed. matter of fact, there’s not one area of high polish on this entire watch. The dimensions have changed slightly, though, with the case now a little bit thinner, while the vintage domed sapphire has grown in height, but overall, the case width, including crystal, is a little less than the original, at 13.3mm, and with almost 2mm of that being the crystal, it’s still a relatively thin watch.
Probably the biggest change to the case is that the bezel is now 39mm, on top of the 40mm case. While it may be the biggest change for this version, I didn’t even notice it. If I had the original in hand for a side by side, I could probably see it easily but I think that’s a tesitmant to the overall design of this case, as while it may give it a slightly more tapered look, the dial is still more than large enough and easily readable, and it doesn’t feel small, even though the area is slightly more cramped.
The bezel markings got a much-needed upgrade, well, not so much as an upgrade as a correction, and they may have done this on version 2 of the Nezumi Aviera GMT, but the numbers were upside down, considering that the bezel did not rotate. Unfortunately, it still doesn’t rotate as this bezel is fixed, but the numbers are right side up now. I will admit, I am surprised that the bezel still doesn’t rotate, seeing as how I have seen many complain about this, and I can only think it’s because they want to keep the model thin, or possibly, they just want a watch that’s less complicated, less moving parts.
I chose the black dial/stainless variant this time around for review, but there are two new limited versions, one a full lume dial and the other a full DLC model with green accents, though that DLC model does not have a matching bracelet, so that one will be straps only. The dial, at least to my eye, is virtually unchanged-syringe hands, the massive GMT arrow hand, even the logo and model name look to be the same. The only difference I see is that at the very bottom of the dial, well below the markings, it says self-winding. Now this isn’t a bad thing, as the Nezumi Aviera GMT had a great dial from the start, and there honestly wasn’t much to improve. It’s still a matte dial, the hands and indices still have that not exactly vintage or old radium color, it’s more of a light cream color, and that second hand extends to the very end of the dial.
As most are aware, if a microbrand has a GMT watch these days, it’s most likely the Miyota 9075. The Nezumi Aviera GMT got this upgrade last year, as previously this model used the Seiko NH34 GMT. I don’t believe it was too long after the original debuted that they came out with the second version with the 9075, and I think the only reason they went with the NH34 originally was that there was a wait list and shortage of the 9075 at the time. The dial is still no date, but with the 9075, I am okay with that, as the jumping hour hand complication of this flyer GMT movement removes the quick-set date feature. I am hoping that at some point that Miytota can figure out a way to add the quick set date to this GMT movement. If you are hoping to see that Miyota 9075 through the case back, you’ll be out of luck, as the Aviera still has this gorgeous, solid case back, which, in my opinion, is one of the nicest case backs in the microbrand watch world.
The Nezumi Aviera GMT V3 still has a lot of strap choices, and no matter what strap you choose, it will have quick-release pins, and the Colin 2.2 bracelet has quick-release pins as well. I had Nezumi send along the yellow FKM rubber as it matches the yellow GMT hand, as well as the bracelet, but you can also choose from other color rubber straps, leather straps, and canvas straps with a leather backing. The yellow is more of a deep yellow, like taxi-cab yellow, and I love the hexagon pattern inset into it.
The bracelet is a jubilee style, uses friction pins for sizing, and has an all-new clasp, a beautiful milled clasp with an emossed Nezumi shield logo, and of course, it has an on-the-fly, tooless micro adjust clasp. The new clasp is a wonderful upgrade.
Lume has been slightly improved as well, though the lume on the GMT hand could use a few more coats. But in general, you shouldn’t have an issue seeing the Nezumi Aviera GMT in the dark. It glows a beautiful blue as BGW9 is the lume compound used, and I found it to last about 4 hours before completely fading out.
The upgrades and changes to the Nezumi Aviera GMT are subtle for the most part, but welcome, and all in all, it’s still a well-rounded and classic-looking GMT watch, even if that bezel doesn’t rotate. I looked up that current Vaer GMT as well, the G5 that uses the Miyota 9075 GMT, and it’s currently selling for just over $1000. Why do I mention that? Well in the video above I discuss the price increase for this Aviera from 2 years ago, and at $743 on the bracelet Im not sure if its the value leader for 9075 based watches, but even with the price increase over the orignal, its still quite less than a lot of the completion, that’s at least until you get hit with import taxes if you’re in the USA.
The case design is iconic for a reason, and it probably always will be. The lyre-style case wears very well on the wrist, and it’s just an attractive watch. And with the latest upgrades and changes, Nezumi has made the Aviera that much better.
I've been an avid watch lover since the age of 7. Watches are not only my hobby but a passion. My favorite style used to be dive watches, but field or non bezel watches have been growing on me. When I'm not reviewing watches I am either cooking or with family and friends.
