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HELM KomodovsBrew Metric Digital Blend

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Komodo
HELMKomodo
MSRP $295
Metric Digital Blend
BrewMetric Digital Blend
MSRP $422

At a glance

23 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Komodo40mm
Metric Digital Blend37.5mm
Power Reserve
Komodo40h
Metric Digital Blend
Water Resistance
Komodo300m
Metric Digital Blend50m
MSRP
Komodo$295
Metric Digital Blend$422

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Quartz
Diameter
40mm
37.5mm
Thickness
15.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
19.85mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Gloss Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Seiko Instruments NH35
Type
Automatic
Analog-Digital
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
24
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$422

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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HELM Komodo

The HELM Komodo is widely praised for its excellent build quality, top-notch case finishing, clear double-domed sapphire crystal, wonderfully executed dial, and substantial lume, with reviewers noting its ISO 6425 compliance and 300m water resistance. Owners report a snappy 120-click bezel and appreciate the depth, detail, and finishing for a tool diver at its price point. Some owners find the 15.2mm to 15.5mm height makes the HELM Komodo feel thick and hefty, and the bezel ridges are noted as somewhat uncomfortable to turn, while the clasp design is also flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the HELM Komodo highly for its exceptional finishing and lume at its sub-$300 price point.

From video reviewers

The HELM Komodo's double domed sapphire crystal offers excellent optical clarity and minimal distortion. A notable weakness is its limited availability, making it harder to get than some other luxury watches. Reviewers disagree on the watch's lug-to-lug fit, with one reviewer noting it may not suit those with smaller wrists, while another reviewer does not mention this as a concern.

Brew Metric Digital Blend

The Brew Metric is praised for its fun, unique, and retro-inspired design, with reviewers noting its appliance-like execution and well-executed details. The compact 36mm wearability and tapered bracelet are highlighted as positives. However, its 13mm thickness and 50-meter water resistance are flagged as limitations, and the date window placement is a minor compromise due to the mechaquartz movement. Overall, reviewers find the Brew Metric to be a ton of fun at its $425 price point, appreciating its distinctive aesthetic.

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