Ocean to Orbit LhotsevsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Ocean to Orbit Lhotse at true scale

Lhotse

Zelos Swordfish Field 38 at true scale

Swordfish Field 38

Diameter

38.5mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

40h

n/a

MSRP

n/a

$399

Movement

STP1-21

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
STP1-21
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
40h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$399
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Ocean to Orbit Lhotse

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Ocean to Orbit Lhotse for its well-executed case finishing, vertically brushed dials with applied indices, and comfortable 38.5mm size. Legibility is excellent with long-lasting lume, and it wears comfortably on smaller wrists, though some find the head surprisingly weighty. The STP 1-21 movement is noted as a reliable ETA 2824 clone. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Ocean to Orbit Lhotse highly for its finishing and wearability at its price point.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its excellent value, with one owner calling the Bronze 'Burnt Orange' a terrific buy and another finding the Mother of Pearl Mosaic model a stunning, best-in-class microbrand. The 38mm case dimensions are noted as acceptable by some, though one owner found them too small for their personal preference. The watch is considered perfectly cromulent for its $430 price point, featuring a Seiko NH35 movement with exceptionally smooth winding. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and aesthetic appeal, particularly the Mother of Pearl Mosaic dial.

From video reviewers

The dial's striking visual element is a consistent highlight. The lume is also praised. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.