Which is cheaper, the Trifoglio Italia Philosopher or the Zelos Nova 37?

At MSRP the Trifoglio Italia Philosopher is the cheaper of the two at $450, against $899 for the Zelos Nova 37 — a $449 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Trifoglio Italia Philosopher or the Zelos Nova 37?

The Trifoglio Italia Philosopher wears larger at 40mm versus 37mm for the Zelos Nova 37 — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Trifoglio Italia Philosopher or the Zelos Nova 37?

The Trifoglio Italia Philosopher is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Zelos Nova 37.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Trifoglio Italia Philosopher or the Zelos Nova 37?

The Trifoglio Italia Philosopher carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Zelos Nova 37.

What movement does the Trifoglio Italia Philosopher run compared to the Zelos Nova 37?

The Trifoglio Italia Philosopher runs a automatic caliber (Seiko NH38), while the Zelos Nova 37 runs a manual (ETA 7001).

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Trifoglio Italia Philosopher

MSRP $450

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MSRP $899

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12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Philosopher40mm

Nova 3737mm

Power Reserve

Philosopher42h

Nova 3740h

Water Resistance

Philosopher100m

Nova 3750m

MSRP

Philosopher$450

Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Dial Color

Black

Salmon

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Seiko NH38

ETA 7001

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$450

$899

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