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HELM VanuatuvsVario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Vanuatu
HELMVanuatu
MSRP $285
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
VarioNAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)
MSRP $596

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanuatu42mm
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)38mm
Power Reserve
Vanuatu40h
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)40h
Water Resistance
Vanuatu300m
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)100m
MSRP
Vanuatu$285
NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)$596

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Red
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko Instruments NH35
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$285
$596

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What people say

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HELM Vanuatu

Owners widely praise the HELM Vanuatu for its exceptional comfort, with the titanium bracelet frequently cited as "uber-comfortable" and the watch itself being less overbearing on the wrist than comparable dive watches. Reviewers note its great bezel action and overall quality, with one owner finding the purchase satisfactory despite a nearly two-year wait. On balance, owners rate the HELM Vanuatu highly for its wearability and solid build at the price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is consistently praised. The bracelet is noted as having significant rattle.

Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition)

Owners widely praise the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) for its unique single-hand time display, captivating dial featuring a wave pattern and red tiger eye stone with subtle striations, and Art Deco numerals. The 38mm stainless steel case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and German leather strap contribute to a comfortable and elegant build, with the watch weighing 74g. Some users find the varied font sizes on the dial distracting, while others appreciate the cool style and dial colors. One owner suggests reworking the sub-dial's seconds hand and track for a less sporty look, and another felt the English text and font balance were not ideal. Overall, owners rate the Vario NAVI RedBar SG (Limited Edition) highly for its unique dial and comfortable wear at an affordable price.

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