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HELM KomodovsCincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot

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Komodo
HELMKomodo
MSRP $295
P-40 A-11 Pilot
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot
MSRP $695

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Komodo40mm
P-40 A-11 Pilot38mm
Power Reserve
Komodo40h
P-40 A-11 Pilot65h
Water Resistance
Komodo300m
P-40 A-11 Pilot100m
MSRP
Komodo$295
P-40 A-11 Pilot$695

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
15.5mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Screw Down with Sapphire Display

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-Domed
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Brown
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko Instruments NH35
Sellita SW200-2 b
Power Reserve
40h
65h
Jewels
24
26
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$695

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot for its great size, comfortable bracelet, phenomenal timekeeping, simple design, and great craftsmanship. One owner notes the finishing is sharp. Some users wish for a smaller size, and one owner points out the quick-release spring bars can dig in while the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot highly for its great size and phenomenal timekeeping.

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