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Makydo Makydo 38vsZelos Spearfish GMT

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What people say

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Makydo 38

Owners widely praise the Makydo 38 for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability as a daily watch. The mosaic dial and leather watch roll are noted as distinctive inclusions. However, some question its value proposition at the stated price point, and one owner reported a negative customer service experience; opinion on the asymmetrical case shape is split, with some finding it interesting and classy while others are less convinced. Overall, owners rate the Makydo 38 highly for its finishing quality and practical daily-wear comfort, though pricing remains a point of contention in the community.

Zelos Spearfish GMT

The Zelos Spearfish GMT is widely praised for its exceptional value, with reviewers highlighting its superb finishing, flawless machining, and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp that exceeds its price point. It features a La Joux-Perret G100 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, achieving an average accuracy of +2.6 seconds per day, or a Miyota 9075 movement offering flier-style GMT functionality. The 40mm case and bidirectional 48-click ceramic bezel are well-executed, though one reviewer noted a minor compromise in the end link fit. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is a strong point. The bracelet quality is a weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the dial material, with some mentioning aventurine and others meteorite.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Makydo 3838mm
Spearfish GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Makydo 38
Spearfish GMT
Water Resistance
Makydo 38150m
Spearfish GMT200m
MSRP
Makydo 38$354
Spearfish GMT$999

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
13.2mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
40mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Frost

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW330-2

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$354
$999
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