Orient Diver Design 40vsZelos Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case)
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Measurements
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Diver Design 40
Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case)
Diameter
39.9mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
lowest
Thickness
12.8mm
12mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$395
lowest
$449
Movement
Orient F6722
Seiko NH35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Orient Diver Design 40 for its value and solid build, with many appreciating its sapphire crystal. The Orient F6722 automatic movement is considered a dependable workhorse. Some owners find the Kamasu-style dial layout with arrow and sword hands and applied markers a disappointing change from the original's simpler design. Overall, owners rate the Orient Diver Design 40 highly for its value and dependable movement.
The Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case) is widely regarded as an exceptional value dive watch, with reviewers and owners highlighting its textured sandwich dial, ceramic bezel insert, and sapphire crystal. Owners praise its comfortable fit due to the 40mm case size, depth, and short lug-to-lug distance. One owner specifically appreciates the full lume dial. The watch is powered by a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and offers 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case) highly for its impressive features and comfortable wearability at its price point.
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