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Schofield ObscuravsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Obscura
SchofieldObscura
MSRP $12,139
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Obscura44mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Obscura57h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Obscura200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Obscura$12,139
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
15mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.7mm
38mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Damascus Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Dark Grey
Bronze
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Unitas 6498-2
Seiko NH35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
57h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,139
$399

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What people say

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Schofield Obscura

The Schofield Obscura is recognized for its unique Damascus steel case with a textured, reptile-scale or cellular finish and a multi-level dial enhanced by vibrant, multi-emission Super-LumiNova. This hand-wound timepiece is powered by a Unitas/ETA 6498-2 movement, visible through smoked sapphire crystals. It is limited to 40 pieces and priced around £9,558. On balance, reviewers highlight the Schofield Obscura's distinctive case and dial as its primary draw, making it a notable piece for collectors.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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