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Oak & Oscar The Olmsted MattevsZelos LT Carbon

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The Olmsted Matte
Oak & OscarThe Olmsted Matte
MSRP $1,775
LT Carbon
ZelosLT Carbon
MSRP $449

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Olmsted Matte38mm
LT Carbon40mm
Power Reserve
The Olmsted Matte42h
LT Carbon40h
Water Resistance
The Olmsted Matte100m
LT Carbon50m
MSRP
The Olmsted Matte$1,775
LT Carbon$449

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
40mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (matte ceramic coated)
Forged Carbon
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Carbon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300
Miyota 9133
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,775
$449

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What people say

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Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte is praised for its stealthy, modern field watch aesthetic, featuring a durable ceramic-coated steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its comfortable 38mm dimensions and 100m water resistance. The watch offers exceptional value at $1,475, including two straps and a travel wallet, with a modified ETA 2892-A2 movement. One reviewer notes the ceramic coating may develop patina with heavy wear. Overall, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte highly for its stealthy design and value proposition.

Zelos LT Carbon

The forged carbon case construction is a standout feature, noted for its lightweight feel and distinctive pattern. The proprietary strap system limits aftermarket options. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

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