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Vario FuturistvsZelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze

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Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze
ZelosHammerhead V3 300m Bronze
MSRP $449

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Futurist39mm
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze44mm
Power Reserve
Futurist40h
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Futurist100m
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze300m
MSRP
Futurist$648
Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze$449

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39mm
44mm
Thickness
10mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (faceted)
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Purple
Bronze - Frost

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$648
$449

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What people say

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Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze

Owners widely praise the Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze for its distinctive 70s-inspired design, slim 13.5mm case, and improved lume, offering a sophisticated timepiece at an accessible price point starting at $349. The unique dial is noted for evoking an otherworldly feeling, and the comfortable bracelet features on-the-fly micro-adjustment. Some enthusiasts express frustration with shipping delays and a desire to see the watch on a wrist before purchase. One owner flags that the clasp material could be more scratch-resistant, and resizing bracelet pins can be stubborn. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Hammerhead V3 300m Bronze highly for its unique design and build quality at its price point.

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