Squale 1521vsZelos Great White 1000m

1521
Squale1521

Ref. 1521-classic-leather·MSRP $1,265

Great White 1000m
ZelosGreat White 1000m

Ref. great-white-1000m-bronze-meteorite-launch-special·MSRP $749

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Squale 1521 at true scale

1521

Zelos Great White 1000m at true scale

Great White 1000m

Diameter

42mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

12.5mm

lowest

16.5mm

Water Resistance

500m

1000m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,265

$749

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
12.5mm
16.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
500m
1000m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
38h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,265
$749
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Squale 1521

Owners widely praise the Squale 1521 for its classic look and robust build, with specific mentions of its wearable 12.5mm thickness and refined case finishing. The 42mm case is noted by some to wear smaller, closer to 40mm, due to short lugs, feeling solid without being too large. However, opinions on the bracelet vary, with some finding it too flashy or stiff, and one owner reported moisture ingress after a shower due to a loose case back. The crown can be difficult to operate due to deep integration, and the 38-hour power reserve is considered old-school but reliable. Overall, owners rate the Squale 1521 highly for its classic design and wearability, despite some reservations about the bracelet and crown.

Zelos Great White 1000m

Owners praise the Zelos Great White 1000m for its substantial 44mm size and robust build, with one owner highlighting the striking meteorite dial as a key feature. The watch is noted as a larger, more robust take on a familiar design, and one owner found the Arctic version to be a desirable, sold-out model. One reviewer humorously points out the absence of a helium escape valve on the 1000m diver. On balance, owners appreciate the Zelos Great White 1000m for its bold design and significant water resistance capabilities at its price point.