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HELM Togiak Expedition UTCvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Togiak Expedition UTC
HELMTogiak Expedition UTC
MSRP $380
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Togiak Expedition UTC42mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Togiak Expedition UTC40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Togiak Expedition UTC200m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Togiak Expedition UTC$380
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
14mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko Instruments NH34
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$380
$428

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What people say

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HELM Togiak Expedition UTC

The HELM Togiak Expedition UTC is widely praised for its unique design and excellent lume, with owners appreciating its lightweight titanium case and 200m ISO 6425 capability. Some owners note that its 42mm diameter wears smaller than expected, while others find the size and weight potentially unsuitable for smaller wrists, and the stock bracelet or strap uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the HELM Togiak Expedition UTC highly for its distinctive design and robust build at its price point.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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