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Depancel PISTA 24vsZelos Nova 37

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What people say

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

Depancel PISTA 24

Owners praise Depancel watches for excellent build quality and value, noting they look more expensive than they are and receive many compliments. Reviewers highlight the hobnail-textured dial with a fuel-gauge-styled power reserve indicator and the automatic Miyota 9132 movement. Some owners find the watch a bit hard to fit under a cuff. The 24-hour register on the Miyota 9132 movement is considered useless by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Depancel highly for its build quality and value, with the watch's appearance being a significant draw.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

From video reviewers

The wafer-thin case and intricate dial textures are standout features. The quality of the stock leather strap is a shared concern. Reviewers differed on whether the 37mm or 38mm case size was more accurate.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PISTA 2442mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
PISTA 2440h
Nova 37
Water Resistance
PISTA 2450m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
PISTA 24$495
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
12.5mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
37mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Salmon

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9132
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$899
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