Buyalov МодстерvsZelos Swordfish 3

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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.

Buyalov Модстер at true scale

Модстер

Zelos Swordfish 3 at true scale

Swordfish 3

Diameter

40.5mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

13.1mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

n/a

$399

Movement

Miyota 82S0

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.05mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82S0
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
42h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$399
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Buyalov Модстер

Owners praise the Buyalov Модстер for its attractive no-date dial and sapphire crystal, with some noting good case finishing and unique designs. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +17 sec/day and another noting a Miyota 9039 movement. Some find the dial logo distracting and question the "homage" nature and Asian manufacturing, while payment and shipping issues are noted barriers to purchase. Some owners find the watch too massive, though others appreciate its original, rugged design. Overall, owners rate the Buyalov Модстер highly for its attractive design and sapphire crystal at a significantly lower price point than the original.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its exceptional value, with many highlighting the textured sandwich dial and the surprisingly good bracelet. The watch's 40mm case dimensions are considered fine for wearability, and its titanium construction contributes to a compact and comfortable feel. Some owners appreciate the unique appeal of specific dials, such as the teal or yellow Timascus variants. One reviewer noted sharp bracelet edges and legibility issues in bright light on a specific variant. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its strong value proposition and fun design elements at its price point.