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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2vsHELM Komodo

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Bull Shark V2
Borealis Watch Co.Bull Shark V2
MSRP $495
Komodo
HELMKomodo
MSRP $295

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bull Shark V238mm
Komodo40mm
Power Reserve
Bull Shark V240h
Komodo40h
Water Resistance
Bull Shark V2300m
Komodo300m
MSRP
Bull Shark V2$495
Komodo$295

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.60mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko Instruments NH35
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$295

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2

The red bezel is a standout feature. The watch wears small, which is a concern for larger wrists.

HELM Komodo

The HELM Komodo is widely praised for its excellent build quality, top-notch case finishing, clear double-domed sapphire crystal, wonderfully executed dial, and substantial lume, with reviewers noting its ISO 6425 compliance and 300m water resistance. Owners report a snappy 120-click bezel and appreciate the depth, detail, and finishing for a tool diver at its price point. Some owners find the 15.2mm to 15.5mm height makes the HELM Komodo feel thick and hefty, and the bezel ridges are noted as somewhat uncomfortable to turn, while the clasp design is also flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the HELM Komodo highly for its exceptional finishing and lume at its sub-$300 price point.

From video reviewers

The HELM Komodo's double domed sapphire crystal offers excellent optical clarity and minimal distortion. A notable weakness is its limited availability, making it harder to get than some other luxury watches. Reviewers disagree on the watch's lug-to-lug fit, with one reviewer noting it may not suit those with smaller wrists, while another reviewer does not mention this as a concern.

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