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Nivada Grenchen DepthmastervsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster

Owners widely report terrific build quality and a feel similar to the 1960s original, with some appreciating its reasonable lug-to-lug and better-than-expected appearance in person. The compact 39mm case is praised for its wearability, especially on smaller wrists, and offers impressive 1,000m water resistance. However, the Soprod P024 movement's 38-hour power reserve is a point of criticism, as is a bezel that can be difficult to grip and weak lume. Some owners find the watch wears on the smaller side, and the date complication is seen by one owner as detracting from the design. The "Pacman" variant is noted as polarizing, with one owner questioning their purchase, while the "Ghost Purple" variant's 30 and 45 numerals are described as having a rushed aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster highly for its faithful reissue, impressive water resistance, and comfortable wearability at a competitive price.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Depthmaster39mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Depthmaster38h
Blacktip 200m GMT
Water Resistance
Depthmaster1,000m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
Depthmaster$1,050
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
1000m
200m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
MOP
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,050
$499
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