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Model Name:
Zelos Swordfish 38mm Bronze Meteorite
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Bronze Meteorite
Price ($)
$
700
Country:
Singapore
A.I. Rating
7
Crowd Rating:
1132
Watch Description
The Zelos Swordfish Bronze Meteorite NH35 is an exciting diving watch that is suitable for nearly any occasion. Zelos is renown for making watches with incredible value for money and impressive specifications. This Swordfish is no different! Let's start with the basics: sapphire glass, a 120 clicks CuSn8 bronze bezel, C3 lume, 300m water resistance, a customer rubber strap and an extra Horween leather strap. Under the hood is a reliable Made in Japan SII NH35 movement.
The case is made from CuSn8 bronze. Bronze has the great attribute that it builds up a layer of patina. This is an ongoing process which makes every watch unique. Discolouration is normal with this material. One major benefit is that you can largely bring back your watch in the original condition by using a Cape Cod cloth.
The dial is pure meteorite, which means every dial is unique and has awesome stripes and patterns. This material plays every nicely with light and it's bound to attract compliments!
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A.I. Watch Review:
# Zelos Swordfish 38mm Bronze Meteorite Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Zelos Swordfish 38mm Bronze Meteorite is a compact tool diver watch blending vintage proportions with modern materials, featuring a patina-forming CuSn8 bronze case, an authentic meteorite dial showcasing Widmanstätten patterns, luminous swordfish hands and indices, a unidirectional ceramic bezel, and a reliable automatic movement suited for enthusiasts seeking a unique, wearable daily diver under 40mm that ages beautifully over time.
## Overall Watch Rating: 7.1/10.0
**Dials & Design Metric (9.3/10.0)** - The genuine meteorite dial's cosmic patterns and high-grade lume offer standout aesthetics that rival limited-edition pieces from established microbrands like Halios.
**Material Metric (8.8/10.0)** - Bronze construction with sapphire crystal, AR coating, and ceramic bezel delivers premium durability and uniqueness comparable to Oris divers but with added patina appeal.
**Cohesiveness Metric (8.2/10.0)** - Zelos maintains strong brand coherence through material innovation across its dive lineup, evident in this model's harmonious integration of meteorite and bronze.
**Versatility Metric (8.3/10.0)** - At 38mm with 200m water resistance, it transitions seamlessly from office casual to underwater adventures, outperforming larger divers in everyday wearability.
**Functions Metric (7.5/10.0)** - Solid timekeeping with date, dive bezel, and excellent lume provides practical utility on par with Seiko Prospex models.
**Brand Metric (6.5/10.0)** - As an enthusiast microbrand, Zelos punches above its weight in innovation, akin to Ming or Baltic in the accessible premium segment.
**History & Innovation Metric (6.2/10.0)** - Recent heritage with bold dial experiments like meteorite sets it apart from traditionalists, matching NTH's niche appeal.
**Movement Metric (7.2/10.0)** - The Miyota 9015 offers reliable in-house-like performance with hacking and hand-winding, similar to many Tudor Black Bay calibers.
**Rarity Metric (5.4/10.0)** - Limited meteorite production elevates it beyond standard Swordfish runs, though not as exclusive as 10-piece runs from smaller indies.
**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Basic date function suffices for a diver but lags behind multifunction pieces like the Zodiac Super Sea Wolf.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.9
## WM Collector Grade: A+
## Performance Insights: Strengths in dials, materials, and versatility shine for a microbrand diver, while brand prestige and complications are average; exceptional value at $999 retail versus $1,450 implied price.
## TPS Interpretation: Superior Value: This watch overdelivers on unique aesthetics and build quality far beyond its price expectations.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
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