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Vario 1918 PilotvsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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1918 Pilot
Vario1918 Pilot
MSRP $388
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1918 Pilot40mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
1918 Pilot40h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
1918 Pilot50m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
1918 Pilot$388
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
10mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
41mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
MOP

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8N33
Seiko NH34 GMT
Type
Manual
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$388
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Vario 1918 Pilot

The Vario 1918 Pilot is praised for its classy, unique, and beautifully done vintage theme, especially its 45-degree tilted enamel dial and cathedral hands, offered at a bargain price. Owners note the Miyota 8N33 hand-wound movement with over 40 hours of power reserve and C3 lume. Some find the 40mm size a bit small for larger wrists, and the Vario logo is occasionally seen as out of place. The tilted dial is impractical for right-wrist wear, and one owner reported disappointment with the movement's loudness. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1918 Pilot well for its unique dial execution and vintage aesthetic at an accessible price point.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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