Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case)vsZelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Jade' Launch Special


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Measurements
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Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case)

Swordfish 40mm SS 'Jade' Launch Special
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46mm
Thickness
12mm
12mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$449
$349
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Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case) is widely regarded as an exceptional value dive watch, with reviewers and owners highlighting its textured sandwich dial, ceramic bezel insert, and sapphire crystal. Owners praise its comfortable fit due to the 40mm case size, depth, and short lug-to-lug distance. One owner specifically appreciates the full lume dial. The watch is powered by a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and offers 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case) highly for its impressive features and comfortable wearability at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Jade' Launch Special for its gorgeous appearance and excellent build quality, with one owner noting the superb sandblasting on the case and its suitability as a field watch with a sapphire crystal and screw-down crown. However, some owners feel the dial is not as advertised, and one owner reported sharp edges on the case and bracelet. One owner also anticipates the sandblasted finish may show shiny marks from wear over time. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Jade' Launch Special highly for its striking aesthetics and robust construction, despite some concerns about the dial's accuracy to advertising and potential wear marks on the finish.
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