Timefactors CaribbeanvsZelos Mako V3 300m Steel 'Ti-Damascus' Limited Edition

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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.

Timefactors Caribbean at true scale

Caribbean

Zelos Mako V3 300m Steel 'Ti-Damascus' Limited Edition at true scale

Mako V3 300m Steel 'Ti-Damascus' Limited Edition

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.7mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

15.1mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

1000m

highest

300m

MSRP

$517

lowest

$599

Movement

Miyota 9015

Miyota 9015

Case

3 specs
Thickness
15.1mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.7mm
46mm
Water Resistance
1000m
300m

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$517
$599
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Reviews

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Timefactors Caribbean

Owners widely report that the Timefactors Caribbean offers exceptional quality for its price point, though acquiring one is challenging due to rapid sell-outs. Some owners view the designs as derivative, comparing them unfavorably to other brands, while others appreciate the modern interpretations of vintage aesthetics. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Caribbean highly for its value and build quality, despite the difficulty in purchasing one.

Zelos Mako V3 300m Steel 'Ti-Damascus' Limited Edition

The Zelos Mako V3 300m Steel 'Ti-Damascus' Limited Edition is lauded for its unique Ti-Damascus metallurgy, presenting a tool watch aesthetic with a dazzling finish. Owners praise its value, bold designs, and exceptional build quality, with the hardness coating on the titanium case noted for scratch resistance and comfortable everyday wear. The case finishing, including its darker metal shade and brushing, is highlighted as an attractive feature for its price point. One reviewer noted a meteorite dial and a comfortable 40mm case, though its 15.5mm height was considered potentially too thick for suit cuffs. Accuracy was reported at -0.3 seconds per day over two weeks. A minor clasp issue was quickly resolved by customer service. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Mako V3 300m Steel 'Ti-Damascus' Limited Edition highly for its unique metallurgy and impressive build quality at its price point.