Zelos Comet 39vsZenith G F J

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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 Comet 39 at true scale

Comet 39

Zenith G F J at true scale

G F J

Diameter

39mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

n/a

Thickness

7.6mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$2,499

lowest

$49,900

Movement

ETA/Peseux 7001

135

Case

5 specs
Thickness
7.6mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
950 Platinum
Finish
n/a
Platinum 950

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
Tantalum LE
Mother of Pearl

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA/Peseux 7001
135
Type
Manual
n/a
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,499
$49,900
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Reviews

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

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its 39mm size, considered perfect for dress or casual wear, and its attractive dial with deep starburst effects and a blend of modern and vintage charm. The manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement contributes to a thin profile under 10mm, and the winding action is described as a joy. The watch is also noted for its good lume and wearability, with short lug-to-lug distance. Some owners express frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner dislikes the logo, calling it childlike. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent wearability and attractive dial at its price point.

Zenith G F J

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zenith G F J for its stunning appearance, specifically highlighting the visually stunning and resurrected Caliber 135 movement with its unique "Brick" guilloché finishing. The lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl dial is described as a masterpiece and a sophisticated eye-catcher, housed within a well-executed 39mm platinum case. The watch features COSC-certified accuracy of -2/+2 seconds per day and a 72-hour power reserve. Some owners find the 39mm case size too large for their preference, and the $49,000 retail price is noted as a drawback, alongside its limited production and platinum-only availability. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zenith G F J highly for its exceptional movement and striking dial design at its price point.