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Tudor Black BayvsZelos Hammerhead 43 Field

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Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay
Hammerhead 43 Field
ZelosHammerhead 43 Field
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Black Bay41mm
Hammerhead 43 Field43mm
Power Reserve
Black Bay70h
Hammerhead 43 Field40h
Water Resistance
Black Bay200m
Hammerhead 43 Field300m
MSRP
Black Bay
Hammerhead 43 Field$399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
14.7mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Polished + Satin
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Engraved
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
MT5602
Seiko NH38
Power Reserve
70h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399

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What people say

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Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field

The Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field is praised for its unique bronze case patina potential, masculine angular design, and fantastic lume. Owners also highlight the lovely Mosaic Ember and purple agate dials. However, some owners feel the 43mm case wears large, suited for wrists 7.5 inches and up, and a reviewer notes its substantial 17mm thickness. The rubber strap is disliked for making the watch feel top-heavy, and the date window is considered tiny and hard to see. Some owners express disappointment with the NH movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field well for its distinctive design and dial appeal at its price point.

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