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Timefactors PRS-30vsZelos Blacktip 41

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

PRS-30
TimefactorsPRS-30
MSRP $1,013
Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499
What people say

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Timefactors PRS-30

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS for its excellent value and solid construction, with many appreciating its aesthetic details like cream dials and blued hands. Some owners note the well-built but stiff 5-link bracelet on certain models, and one owner reported noticeable rotor wobble from a Miyota movement. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS highly for its robust build and attractive design at a fraction of the price of competitors.

Zelos Blacktip 41

The Zelos Blacktip 41 is widely praised for its exceptional quality and value, featuring a titanium case, sapphire crystal, and a reliable Miyota 9015 movement. Owners and reviewers highlight its well-proportioned 41mm case with strong ergonomics, a 47.5mm lug-to-lug, and a 11.5mm thickness, making it a comfortable diver for many. The watch boasts eye-catching dials with grained textures and degrade effects, complemented by large applied indices, a lume-filled crown, and strong two-tone lume. The bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. The Miyota 9015 movement provides near-COSC accuracy and a 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Blacktip 41 highly for its superb value and well-executed dive watch features at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Zelos Blacktip 41 offers excellent value at its price point. Reviewers noted the meteorite dial as a unique feature.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRS-3042mm
Blacktip 4141mm
Power Reserve
PRS-30
Blacktip 4140h
Water Resistance
PRS-30100m
Blacktip 41200m
MSRP
PRS-30$1,013
Blacktip 41$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
41mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Bronze
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Dark Brown
Teal

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,013
$499
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