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Bremont ionBirdvsZelos Hammerhead 43 Field

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Hammerhead 43 Field
ZelosHammerhead 43 Field
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Hammerhead 43 Field43mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Hammerhead 43 Field40h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Hammerhead 43 Field300m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Hammerhead 43 Field$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$399

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field

The Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field is praised for its unique bronze case patina potential, masculine angular design, and fantastic lume. Owners also highlight the lovely Mosaic Ember and purple agate dials. However, some owners feel the 43mm case wears large, suited for wrists 7.5 inches and up, and a reviewer notes its substantial 17mm thickness. The rubber strap is disliked for making the watch feel top-heavy, and the date window is considered tiny and hard to see. Some owners express disappointment with the NH movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field well for its distinctive design and dial appeal at its price point.

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