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Rolex Sky-DwellervsZelos Spearfish GMT

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Sky-Dweller
RolexSky-Dweller
MSRP $17,750
Spearfish GMT
ZelosSpearfish GMT
MSRP $999
What people say

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Rolex Sky-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sky-Dweller for its unique annual calendar and dual time zone complications, with many considering it a standout value within the Rolex lineup due to its complexity and rarity. Reviewers highlight its exceptionally good fit and finish, noting crisply defined dial markers and hands. The 42mm case size is a frequent point of discussion among owners, with some finding it wears smaller than expected and others deeming it too large or top-heavy for everyday wear, especially on smaller wrists. Availability is a significant issue, with certain configurations, like the green dial on Jubilee or stainless steel blue dial, being extremely difficult to obtain from authorized dealers, leading to high grey market prices. Opinions are split on the two-tone variant, with some viewing it as a beautiful jewelry piece and others preferring full steel for a more timeless look.

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.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sky-Dweller42mm
Spearfish GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Sky-Dweller72h
Spearfish GMT40h
Water Resistance
Sky-Dweller100m
Spearfish GMT200m
MSRP
Sky-Dweller$17,750
Spearfish GMT$999

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Yellow Rolesor
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Frost
Indices
Index
Applied
Lume
Chromalight
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9002
Sellita SW330-2
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
40
25
Complications
GMT, Annual Calendar, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$17,750
$999
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