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

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case) at true scale

Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case)

Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Jade' Launch Special at true scale

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 specs
Material
Ceramic
Stainless Steel

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$349
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS (Ceramic Case)

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.

Zelos Swordfish 40mm SS 'Jade' Launch Special

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.