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Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra ThinvsZelos Helmsman 3

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Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin
MaenGrand Tonneau Ultra Thin
MSRP $1,519
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin34mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin40h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin50m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin$1,519
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
34mm
40mm
Thickness
6.4mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
MNL.04
SS - Frost

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,519
$529

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What people say

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Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin

Owners widely report the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin features a La Joux-Perret D101 manual-wind movement and a double-layer enamel dial. Some owners criticize the bracelet design and find the dial too small and lacking indices. One owner describes the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin as "hideous with a good movement." On balance, owners are divided on the Maen Grand Tonneau Ultra Thin, with some appreciating its movement and dial while others find its design unappealing.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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