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HELM KomodovsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Komodo
HELMKomodo
MSRP $295
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Komodo40mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Komodo40h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Komodo300m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
Komodo$295
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
15.5mm
11mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Coral
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko Instruments NH35
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$450

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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