Duxot Atlantica Diver AutomaticvsZelos 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.

Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic at true scale

Atlantica Diver Automatic

Zelos Swordfish 3 at true scale

Swordfish 3

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$280

lowest

$399

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$399
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Reviews

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

Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic

Owners widely praise the Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic as a beautiful and happy purchase, with many finding it a useful daily wearer. Reviewers and owners consistently note well-aligned bezel markings and adequate lume, along with a Seiko NH35 automatic movement. However, the bezel is described as stiff to rotate, and the stamped bracelet with pin links is frequently flagged as jangly, flimsy, and uncomfortable. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting a loss of about 12 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Duxot Atlantica Diver Automatic highly for its value and aesthetic appeal, despite noted comfort issues with the bracelet.

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.