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Aevig Thule GMTvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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What people say

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Aevig Thule GMT

Owners widely praise the Aevig Thule GMT for its 70s-inspired design, lightweight titanium case with a hardness coating, and the accurate NH34 movement running at 1-2 seconds fast per day. The watch also features fantastic AR coating, a quick-release bracelet, and excellent customer service. Some wish for sharper case angles and polished details to enhance its dressier appeal, and macro photos suggest potential irregularities on the hour markers. Overall, owners rate the Aevig Thule GMT highly for its vintage charm and practical features at an affordable price.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The dial's striking visual element is a consistent highlight. The lume is also praised. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Thule GMT39mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Thule GMT70h
Swordfish Field 38
Water Resistance
Thule GMT100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Thule GMT$755
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
12.3mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
38mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Bronze
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
70h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$755
$399
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