Which is cheaper, the Squale 1521 or the Zelos Nova 37?

At MSRP the Zelos Nova 37 is the cheaper of the two at $899, against $1,265 for the Squale 1521 — a $366 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Squale 1521 or the Zelos Nova 37?

The Squale 1521 wears larger at 42mm versus 37mm for the Zelos Nova 37 — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Squale 1521 or the Zelos Nova 37?

The Squale 1521 is rated to 500m versus 50m for the Zelos Nova 37.

What movement does the Squale 1521 run compared to the Zelos Nova 37?

The Squale 1521 runs a automatic caliber (Sellita SW200-1), while the Zelos Nova 37 runs a manual (ETA/Peseux 7001).

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Squale 1521vsZelos Nova 37

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Squale 1521

1521-classic-leather

MSRP $1,265

MSRP $899

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At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

152142mm

Nova 3737mm

Power Reserve

152138h

Nova 37—

Water Resistance

1521500m

Nova 3750m

MSRP

1521$1,265

Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Dial Color

—

Salmon

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

ETA/Peseux 7001

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

38h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,265

$899

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