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Oak & Oscar The SandfordvsZelos Helmsman 3

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The Sandford
Oak & OscarThe Sandford
MSRP $1,850
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Sandford40mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
The Sandford40h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
The Sandford100m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
The Sandford$1,850
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Charcoal
SS - Frost

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Complications
GMT, Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,850
$529

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What people say

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Oak & Oscar The Sandford

Oak & Oscar The Sandford owners report it wears well, with one noting the PVD variant feels like a dream on the wrist. One owner states their Sandford GMT was in excellent condition, recently serviced by the brand, with only minor cosmetic flaws. Overall, owners appreciate the comfortable wearability of Oak & Oscar The Sandford, with one highlighting the PVD finish as a particular positive.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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