Carnival I&W C534 Sport Automatic Watch — NH36A, 100m, Complete Calendar
The Carnival I&W C534 is a 41mm Japanese automatic sport watch powered by the Seiko NH36A movement — the day-date-week version of Seiko’s proven NH-series automatic. With 100m water resistance, a screw-down crown, genuine sapphire crystal, complete calendar display and a brushed-and-polished stainless steel case, the C534 is the most technically specified everyday sport automatic in the Carnival range.
Available on both a stainless steel bracelet (21cm) and leather strap (22cm). Screw-down push-button butterfly clasp on the bracelet variant.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | C534 |
| Case diameter | 41mm |
| Case thickness | 12mm |
| Case material | 316L stainless steel |
| Crystal | Genuine sapphire, scratch-resistant |
| Movement | Seiko NH36A automatic (Japan) |
| Calendar | Day + date + week display (complete calendar) |
| Hacking | Yes |
| Hand-winding | Yes |
| Crown | Screw-down |
| Luminous | Yes — hands and markers |
| Bracelet | 316L stainless steel, 21cm |
| Strap | Leather, 22cm (included) |
| Lug width | 20mm |
| Clasp | Push-button butterfly |
| Water resistance | 100m (10 bar) |
| Shock resistant | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Movement — Seiko NH36A
The Seiko NH36A is the complete calendar variant of the NH-series architecture — the same caliber family used across the Carnival range and one of the most globally serviced automatic movements available.
NH36A specific features:
- Three-register calendar: day of the week (abbreviated text), day of the month (date) and — depending on the specific NH36A variant — both displayed simultaneously at 3 o’clock
- Hacking seconds: the seconds hand stops when the crown is pulled to position 2, allowing precise time-setting to the second
- Hand-winding: the crown in position 2 winds the mainspring manually — useful when the watch has been left unworn and the power reserve is depleted
- 24 jewels
- 21,600 vph
- 41-hour power reserve
The NH36A is the most functional automatic movement in the Carnival range for daily practical use — the combination of hacking, hand-winding and complete calendar in a globally serviceable caliber is the correct specification for a daily wear sport watch.
100m Water Resistance with Screw-Down Crown
100m / 10 bar with a screw-down crown is the standard recreational dive watch specification — sufficient for swimming, snorkelling and surface water sports. The screw-down crown is the critical component: it locks the crown against the case using a threaded collar, preventing water ingress at the crown seal during water exposure.
Important: always ensure the crown is fully screwed down before water exposure. A partially screwed crown on a 100m watch does not provide the rated water resistance. After any water activity, rinse the watch with fresh water and dry the crown area before unscrewing.
At 100m the C534 is the most water-resistant dress-sport automatic in the Carnival range — significantly ahead of the 30m rating on the dress models and matching the specification of dedicated sport watches in other brands at higher price points.
Complete Calendar — Day, Date and Week
The C534’s complete calendar displays three pieces of information simultaneously:
Day of week — abbreviated text display (MON, TUE, etc.) in one window
Date — numerical day of month in a separate window
Week display — the listing confirms week display as a separate function alongside day and date
All three advance automatically at midnight. Quick-set function via the crown allows rapid calendar adjustment after the watch has been stopped or after month-end correction. The NH36A’s calendar quick-set is one of the practical advantages of this caliber over simpler automatics.
Genuine Sapphire Crystal
The C534 uses genuine sapphire crystal — confirmed in the product specification as “Genuine sapphire crystal mirror.” At Mohs 9 hardness, sapphire resists scratching from essentially all materials encountered in daily and sport wear, maintaining dial visibility and crystal clarity through extended active use.
Bracelet and Strap Options
Stainless steel bracelet (21cm): The sport bracelet is the more active-use configuration — steel is impervious to water and sweat damage that affects leather over time. The 316L construction with push-button butterfly clasp provides secure, quick release. For a 100m sport watch, the steel bracelet is the appropriate primary strap choice.
Leather strap (22cm): Included with all C534 variants, allowing a different wearing character for smart-casual and office contexts. For extended water exposure, swap to the steel bracelet.
Both options use a 20mm lug width — standard for aftermarket compatibility across rubber, NATO, leather and steel alternatives.
Who Is the Carnival C534 For?
The C534 is built for:
- Buyers who want the most water-resistant Carnival automatic at 100m — a significant step up from the 30m dress models
- NH36A buyers who want the complete calendar (day + date + week) with hacking in a sport case
- Active daily wear buyers who want genuine sapphire and 100m without moving to specialist dive watch brands
- Anyone who wants both a steel bracelet and leather strap option from a single purchase
How It Compares in the Carnival Range
vs. Carnival IW 563 — The IW 563 also uses NH36A but at 41mm in a dress-sport format with tungsten bezel at 100m. The C534 is the more sport-oriented case; the IW 563 is the dress-sport alternative. Both 100m, both NH36A — choose by case aesthetic.
vs. Carnival I550G — The I550G uses NH36A with tungsten bezel at 41mm and 100m with Arabic numerals. Very similar specification to the C534 — compare case finishing and dial layout directly to choose between them.
vs. Carnival IW NH36 Automatic — The existing NH36 Carnival page covers a similar specification. If both are live on the site, ensure the dial designs are clearly differentiated in the content to avoid cannibalisation.
vs. Carnival 8017 Bauhaus — The 8017 is minimalist at 38mm with lower water resistance. The C534 is the sport-practical alternative with 100m and complete calendar.
vs. Carnival 1986 — The Carnival 1986 is the flagship automatic with strongest brand recognition. The C534 is the sport-specification alternative with 100m and three-register calendar.
Authenticity Note
The product listing includes a note about packaging: genuine Carnival I&W watches ship with an original gift box, user manual and warranty card. If the watch arrives without original packaging, contact the seller — this may indicate a non-genuine or second-hand unit.
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Sapphire mirror
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Waterproof 100M
for swimmer’s favorite
316L Fine full steel case
Screw down crown
1. Pull out the crown I to adjust the date
2. Pull out the crown II to adjust the time
3. Press in and screw the crown in clockwise.
4. Rotate counterclockwise the crown to wind up
Double press butterfly safety buckle
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Order cancellation
All orders can be cancelled until they are shipped. If your order has been paid and you need to make a change or cancel an order, you must contact us within 12 hours. Once the packaging and shipping process has started, it can no longer be cancelled.
Refunds
Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Therefore, you can request a refund or reshipment for ordered products if:
- If you did not receive the product within the guaranteed time( 45 days not including 2-5 day processing) you can request a refund or a reshipment.
- If you received the wrong item you can request a refund or a reshipment.
- If you do not want the product you’ve received you may request a refund but you must return the item at your expense and the item must be unused.
We do not issue the refund if:
- Your order did not arrive due to factors within your control (i.e. providing the wrong shipping address)
- Your order did not arrive due to exceptional circumstances outside the control of jwlraddicts.com (i.e. not cleared by customs, delayed by a natural disaster).
- Other exceptional circumstances outside the control of //jwlraddicts.com
*You can submit refund requests within 15 days after the guaranteed period for delivery (45 days) has expired. You can do it by sending a message on Contact Us page
If you are approved for a refund, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within 14 days.
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