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Massena LAB Dato-RacervsZelos Blacktip 41

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Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595
Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dato-Racer40mm
Blacktip 4141mm
Power Reserve
Dato-Racer38h
Blacktip 4140h
Water Resistance
Dato-Racer50m
Blacktip 41200m
MSRP
Dato-Racer$1,595
Blacktip 41$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
10.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Teal

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$499

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What people say

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

Zelos Blacktip 41

The Zelos Blacktip 41 is widely praised for its exceptional quality and value, featuring a titanium case, sapphire crystal, and a reliable Miyota 9015 movement. Owners and reviewers highlight its well-proportioned 41mm case with strong ergonomics, a 47.5mm lug-to-lug, and a 11.5mm thickness, making it a comfortable diver for many. The watch boasts eye-catching dials with grained textures and degrade effects, complemented by large applied indices, a lume-filled crown, and strong two-tone lume. The bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. The Miyota 9015 movement provides near-COSC accuracy and a 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Blacktip 41 highly for its superb value and well-executed dive watch features at its price point.

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