Squale 1545vsZelos Mako V3 300m Ti

1545
Squale1545

Ref. 1545-black-rubber·MSRP $930

Mako V3 300m Ti
ZelosMako V3 300m Ti

Ref. mako-v3-300m-ti-antique-green·MSRP $549

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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 1545 at true scale

1545

Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti at true scale

Mako V3 300m Ti

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

12mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

300m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$930

$549

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9015

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Material
Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
38h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$930
$549
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Reviews

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

Squale 1545

Owners widely praise the Squale 1545 for its solid build quality, attractive appearance, and excellent value, with many highlighting its impressive tuxedo black lacquer dial and exceptionally bright lume. Some owners note the clasp as a point of dissatisfaction, a common issue across various price points, and one reviewer points out minor flaws on the steel bracelet including soft end links and a clasp that scratches the bracelet. The Squale 1545 is considered a reliable and versatile everyday watch with historical design precedent. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Squale 1545 highly for its impressive finishing and value at its price point.

Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti

Owners widely praise the Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti for its exceptional value, titanium construction, and comfortable 40mm size, with many noting its quality and attention to detail for the price. Reviewers highlight the watch's bold design, unique dial options like meteorite and sun-kissed finishes, and the crisp action of its bidirectional bezel. One owner reports exceptional accuracy of under +1 second per day, while another notes a Miyota 9015 movement with a 42-hour power reserve. A reviewer mentions a slim 11.5mm thickness, though another points out a 15.5mm thickness with crystal as tall for suit wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti highly for its impressive specifications and build quality at an accessible price point.