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Bremont ionBirdvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
43mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Bronze

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$399

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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