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Seestern S456 GMTvsZelos Blacktip 41

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S456 GMT
SeesternS456 GMT
MSRP $299
Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
S456 GMT41mm
Blacktip 4141mm
Power Reserve
S456 GMT41hh
Blacktip 4140h
Water Resistance
S456 GMT200m
Blacktip 41200m
MSRP
S456 GMT$299
Blacktip 41$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
41mm
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Sunray style, applied and Diamond cut Indices, C1 lume
Teal
Lume
C1
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41hh
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$499

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What people say

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Seestern S456 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S456 GMT for its exceptional value and finishing that exceeds expectations, with one owner noting its accuracy surpasses that of their Seiko 5. The dial displays a pearl-like rainbow effect. Some owners would prefer a bidirectional bezel over the current unidirectional one. The Seestern S456 GMT features an NH34 movement, a 39.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and an adjustable clasp. On balance, owners rate the Seestern S456 GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features stunning, detailed finishing that is difficult to top. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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.

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