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NOMOS Glashütte Lambda deep bluevsZelos Swordfish 3

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Lambda deep blue
NOMOS GlashütteLambda deep blue
MSRP $26,600
Swordfish 3
ZelosSwordfish 3
MSRP $399

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lambda deep blue42mm
Swordfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Lambda deep blue84 hoursh
Swordfish 340h
Water Resistance
Lambda deep blue30m
Swordfish 3200m
MSRP
Lambda deep blue$26,600
Swordfish 3$399

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.6mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
White Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Bronze
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 1001
Seiko NH35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
84 hoursh
40h
Jewels
29
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$26,600
$399

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Lambda deep blue

The NOMOS Glashütte Lambda deep blue is praised for its haute horology aesthetics, gorgeous movement, and striking handset, with one owner finding its 13,800 € price well worth it for the full gold case, large power reserve display, and hand-engraved movement. However, reviewers note its high-gloss enamel dial can be reflective, and some owners find its 42mm size wears large due to the thin bezel and dial proportion, while its price is considered steep by some. Opinions are split on the large power reserve display, with some finding it "weird" and others appreciating its "steampunk vibes." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Lambda deep blue for its impressive movement and unique aesthetic, though its size and price are points of consideration.

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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