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Zelos Blacktip 41vsZelos Swordfish 3

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Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499
Swordfish 3
ZelosSwordfish 3
MSRP $399

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Blacktip 4141mm
Swordfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Blacktip 4140h
Swordfish 340h
Water Resistance
Blacktip 41200m
Swordfish 3200m
MSRP
Blacktip 41$499
Swordfish 3$399

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
40mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Teal
Bronze

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$399

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What people say

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Zelos Blacktip 41

The Zelos Blacktip 41 is widely praised for its exceptional quality and value, featuring a titanium case, sapphire crystal, and a reliable Miyota 9015 movement. Owners and reviewers highlight its well-proportioned 41mm case with strong ergonomics, a 47.5mm lug-to-lug, and a 11.5mm thickness, making it a comfortable diver for many. The watch boasts eye-catching dials with grained textures and degrade effects, complemented by large applied indices, a lume-filled crown, and strong two-tone lume. The bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. The Miyota 9015 movement provides near-COSC accuracy and a 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Blacktip 41 highly for its superb value and well-executed dive watch features at its price point.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its strong value, with reviewers highlighting the textured sandwich dial, Seiko NH35 movement, 200m water resistance, and surprisingly good bracelet. The titanium construction is noted for making the watch compact and comfortable, weighing 117g. Some owners find the dimensions fine on paper and based on experience with other models. One reviewer flagged that legibility can suffer in bright light and bracelet edges are sharp. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its incredible value and fun design, particularly with unique dial options.

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