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Studio Underd0g Full MoonvsHELM Vanuatu

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Full Moon
Studio Underd0gFull Moon
MSRP $800
Vanuatu
HELMVanuatu
MSRP $285

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Full Moon39.5mm
Vanuatu42mm
Power Reserve
Full Moon40h
Vanuatu40h
Water Resistance
Full Moon
Vanuatu300m
MSRP
Full Moon$800
Vanuatu$285

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Standard
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko Instruments NH35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$800
$285

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Studio Underd0g Full Moon

Owners widely praise the Studio Underd0g Full Moon's harmonious creamy dial and its 37mm case, which fits flawlessly. The innovative sapphire disc with numerals is a highlight, though two visible screws holding it are noted as a minor aesthetic drawback. Some owners find the watch overpriced, while others see value in the upgraded Sellita movement under $1k. Lume is surprisingly good, and the included NATO strap is preferred by some over the leather. Accuracy ranges from +1/+2 seconds per day to about -6 seconds per day. On balance, owners rate the Studio Underd0g Full Moon highly for its versatile dial and well-fitting case at the price point.

HELM Vanuatu

Owners widely praise the HELM Vanuatu for its exceptional comfort, with the titanium bracelet frequently cited as "uber-comfortable" and the watch itself being less overbearing on the wrist than comparable dive watches. Reviewers note its great bezel action and overall quality, with one owner finding the purchase satisfactory despite a nearly two-year wait. On balance, owners rate the HELM Vanuatu highly for its wearability and solid build at the price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is consistently praised. The bracelet is noted as having significant rattle.

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