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Yema Skin Diver Slim CMM.20vsZelos Helmsman 3

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Skin Diver Slim CMM.20
YemaSkin Diver Slim CMM.20
MSRP $2,117
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skin Diver Slim CMM.2047mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
Skin Diver Slim CMM.2040h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
Skin Diver Slim CMM.20200m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
Skin Diver Slim CMM.20$2,117
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
47mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
40mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
SS - Frost

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Yema CMM.20
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,117
$529

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What people say

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Yema Skin Diver Slim CMM.20

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Yema Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 for its balanced 39mm case, vintage aesthetic, and unique champagne dial. The proprietary CMM.20 micro-rotor movement is a notable feature, though some owners report potential QC issues including erratic timegrapher readings and second-hand stutter. The lume is described as subdued, and while some find the "dragon scale" bracelet beautiful, others consider it generic. The price point is a hurdle for some, and the stamped clasp quality is considered subpar by one reviewer, with a gap noted by an owner. The lack of hacking seconds is flagged as a drawback at its price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 highly for its vintage charm and balanced wearability.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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