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RZE Resolute Type AvsZelos Blacktip 41

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Resolute Type A
RZEResolute Type A
MSRP $499
Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Resolute Type A39mm
Blacktip 4141mm
Power Reserve
Resolute Type A40h
Blacktip 4140h
Water Resistance
Resolute Type A200m
Blacktip 41200m
MSRP
Resolute Type A$499
Blacktip 41$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Teal
Indices
Arabic numerals
Applied

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015

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What people say

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RZE Resolute Type A

The RZE Resolute Type A is praised for its build quality, finishing, and highly legible dial with luminous elements, all at a $499 price point. Its sandblasted titanium case features an UltraHex coating, and it measures 39.5mm by 11.5mm with 100 meters of water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 82S0 movement's crown operation feels grainy. On balance, reviewers highlight the RZE Resolute Type A as a well-built and legible pilot's watch offering good value.

Zelos Blacktip 41

The Zelos Blacktip 41 is widely praised for its exceptional quality and value, featuring a titanium case, sapphire crystal, and a reliable Miyota 9015 movement. Owners and reviewers highlight its well-proportioned 41mm case with strong ergonomics, a 47.5mm lug-to-lug, and a 11.5mm thickness, making it a comfortable diver for many. The watch boasts eye-catching dials with grained textures and degrade effects, complemented by large applied indices, a lume-filled crown, and strong two-tone lume. The bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. The Miyota 9015 movement provides near-COSC accuracy and a 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Blacktip 41 highly for its superb value and well-executed dive watch features at its price point.

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