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Citizen Zenshin MechanicalvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Zenshin Mechanical
CitizenZenshin Mechanical
MSRP $488
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zenshin Mechanical40.5mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Zenshin Mechanical40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Zenshin Mechanical100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Zenshin Mechanical$488
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Super Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Bronze

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
8213
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$399

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What people say

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Citizen Zenshin Mechanical

The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is widely praised for its exceptional value, lightweight and scratch-resistant Super Titanium case, and superb, textured dials. Owners and reviewers highlight the refined finishing and comfortable wearability due to the titanium construction and integrated bracelet design. The 60-hour power reserve automatic movement is noted as a strong point, with some finding the accuracy to be precise while others desire tighter tolerances. The integrated bracelet limits strap changes, and opinions on the bracelet and clasp quality are mixed, with some finding them cheap-feeling and others appreciating the design. The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is priced around EUR 499, though one owner reported a purchase price of €360. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical highly for its impressive cost-benefit ratio and attractive, comfortable design.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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