Aquatico Dolphin 38mm DivervsZelos Swordfish 40mm Ti Desert Sand

Swordfish 40mm Ti Desert Sand
ZelosSwordfish 40mm Ti Desert Sand

Ref. swordfish-40mm-ti-desert-sand-launch-special·MSRP $429

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aquatico Dolphin 38mm Diver at true scale

Dolphin 38mm Diver

Zelos Swordfish 40mm Ti Desert Sand at true scale

Swordfish 40mm Ti Desert Sand

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

12.5mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$399

lowest

$429

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$429
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Reviews

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Aquatico Dolphin 38mm Diver

The Aquatico Dolphin 38mm Dive Watch is praised for its original design and comfortable wearability on smaller wrists, with one owner reporting excellent quality over several years. However, some owners note the 38mm case might wear small due to its dial size. One owner experienced a rotor issue with the Seiko movement after a few years. Overall, owners rate the Aquatico Dolphin 38mm Dive Watch well for its design and wearability at the price point.

Zelos Swordfish 40mm Ti Desert Sand

Owners widely report the Zelos Swordfish 40mm Ti Desert Sand as gorgeous and stunning, with one owner noting it has the best fit they have ever experienced. Reviewers praise its tooly feel, good bracelet articulation, and excellent bezel action for its price point. The crystallized titanium case and bezel are described as an edgy, industrial material that enhances the watch's charm. However, one reviewer found the crown slightly smaller than ideal, and the unique material significantly increased the price to $899 for a limited run. Some owners are selling the watch due to servicing needs. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm Ti Desert Sand highly for its unique aesthetic and value.

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