The orange one is probably the most fun of these, and most in line with the upcoming summer vibes... so that one! That said if the orange is more of a keeper for you, then the black dial one also looks nice in a classic kinda way.
I own all 4 models in stainless steel and absolutely love them all. In my opinion Helm makes outstanding divers, true divers btw, at tremendous value for money.
Has to be the Orange for me, Great looking colour combo although if it's going to be a give a way you'd be somewhat churlish to complain that you didn't win the colour you prefer as any of them would be a great, Helm do make good looking quality watches.
The black dial with blue lume and on the stainless steel bracelet is the one I would go for. It has such a unique look with the blue lume on a black dial.
I have the vanuatu and it's an amazing watch worth the 2 year wait. Maybe I'll hit the KHURABURI at some point that would be the I'm most interested in after the vanuatu.
Hi Gary - again thank you for all the work, information and your generousity! the orange dial would be a great giveaway - the stubby form factor of the watch and the orange color emphasize the sporty character of this watch
4:43 this is definitely the one I'd choose. Fantastic color scheme (it reminds me quite a bit of the seiko SPB313J1) and the crosshair detail on the dial!!
I'd vote Black Komodo. I use an Ecozilla as my primary backup for my dive computer, so weight shouldn't be a factor for someone that intends to use it for diving. The majority would however not want a lump strapped to their wrist.
After being on the waitlist I purchased the exact same watch a while ago. The stubbiness of the case was part of why I made this decision. You'd expect these light blue indices to glow blue, so it's quite surprising that they glow green.
They are all amazing looking watches but my choice out of the four is the black and baby blue lime on the bracelet, the bracelet end link is so well intergrated and contoured to the case. All of them are good looking pieces that I’d happily wear.
It's such a cool watch ... Got the white dial with the fully stainless steel bezel ... There's something about the white with baby blue that just works so well .... Best lume I've ever seen on a watch too
Really dig the date at 6 o'clock - particularly in round. Maybe too flamboyant, but for me it's the orange. I'd probably contrast the dial with a darker (grey or black) strap. Then again, the white/cream dial is lovely. I just can't settle because they're all really cool.
After three years on the waiting list for one of the other models, I also bought when I finally got the email. I had already bought one on eBay prior since I was not sure I had it in me to wait an unknown amount of time. When it arrived, the watch was identical to the used one I bought except for the crystal which seemed thinner and did not reflect blue at all. It almost did not even look there from some angles. Which I know is an upgrade, but I actually like the old chunky look with some blue kicking off. I sold the new model on eBay and it sold in 3 days. I love the watch and the brand, and I planned on keeping this one as part of my RUclips love watch sets. But given how fast they sell, it just sits in a watch box and my collection is pushing past 150... It might be time to sell my last Helm. Love the review and these all look great. For the money these watches are great! With that said, if you can afford this watch odds are you can save up and buy into another tier, even if it's used and I feel have a better long-term piece. I could be wrong; the value seems to hold, and sticking power could be on their side. If RUclips is here in 20 years, would love to revisit this post and see how it makes me look.
Gary I’ve got 2 Helm models. One the Khuraburi, orange/blue, my first I bought. Then the Komodo black dial. I wholeheartedly agree about the weight. I put one on a nato, the other on a rubber strap. Made all the difference! Worth the money & worth the wait.😎👍🏼
I have the Miyako and it's a phenomenal watch. I'm on the waiting list for all the other models and the shortest list has me about 2.5 years before I get my email.
I've a Vanuatu and a white dial Komodo. Both are excellent but the Vanuatu is my daily and the Komodo is on rubber and comes out for visits to the beach.
Interesting you don’t like the bezel - I find Helm bezel action to be among the best in the business. Crisp, accurate and even audibly confident. Grip also confidence inspiring and on this model I think visually the drop-off angle from the insert to the grip is lovely. What’s not to like?
Totally agree. As good as Christopher Ward but half the price. Possibly better made bracelet and clasp as well, although toolless microadjust not quite as good as CW. Well worth the wait.
I've only just come across Helm, and put my name on the waiting list for the Komodo and, goodness me....8000 and something in the waiting list. Typical! I have money to burn and no way to spend it on a cool looking Diver. Also...just discovered your channel...great content! Between you a Jody I'm going to lose even more money!! I would definitely give away the white Komodo....that's just a gorgeous watch.
Maybe a bit thick, but feels rugged and toolish in a good way. If I were to pick, I'd choose the white one in a heartbeat, but otherwise I like the black ones, probably the one with blue accents. Also, I like how they incorporated the date window.
I do really like the white and orange one, chunky fellas with their personality this Komodos! If you have any other orange diver like Seiko/Doxa I'd pick the white that is always versatile and can go easier in rotation... if not the orange also super great pick, wouldn't mind to have any of those ;)
Love my white-dialled Komodo. I agree wholeheartedly that it is too heavy on the bracelet for everyday wear - I bought a Helm orange resin strap and it makes the watch much more of an everyday proposition. It's also a great colour combination, and I'd be comfortable wearing it in this configuration in water.
The easy answer is the clean white dial would be amazing for anyone . I'd give the orange away since that's probably a color most wouldn't buy themselves but will enjoy it once they have it
The Komodo has always been the Helm that I wanted more than the others, the orange one seems the best pick (especially coming up to summer) Thank you for the chance in another great giveaway For anyone not on Garys patreon, there is a monthly competition for a giveaway - and his subscription is amongst the least expensive!
I’m definitely a fan of the orange one…a wonderful color to have to wear on occasion but difficult to purchase early on when building a collection as it would be a situational piece
I like the Orange and the White Versions. There’s no denying Helms Tool Watch appeal but they look too Chunky to Me. The Circular Date window looks awesome.
The orange one is probably the most fun of these, and most in line with the upcoming summer vibes... so that one! That said if the orange is more of a keeper for you, then the black dial one also looks nice in a classic kinda way.
The orange one would look so good on a black rubber strap.. That’s how I like my watches thick and chunky and heavier the better..
I own all 4 models in stainless steel and absolutely love them all. In my opinion Helm makes outstanding divers, true divers btw, at tremendous value for money.
Has to be the Orange for me, Great looking colour combo although if it's going to be a give a way you'd be somewhat churlish to complain that you didn't win the colour you prefer as any of them would be a great, Helm do make good looking quality watches.
The while dial with blue hands and indices is gorgeous
I would go with the white one. It's just gorgeous.
Hard choice between the white and orange!
I own 2 Helm watches. They are amazing value for money.
The black dial with blue lume and on the stainless steel bracelet is the one I would go for. It has such a unique look with the blue lume on a black dial.
I would say the black dial is prime give away....the orange is fun for the occasional sunny day, but the black goes with anything, anytime.
I do like the orange one, a bold color fits the chunky design more - if u go overboard go all the way. The white one is a close second
I have the vanuatu and it's an amazing watch worth the 2 year wait. Maybe I'll hit the KHURABURI at some point that would be the I'm most interested in after the vanuatu.
Honestly, the bracelet Komodo, nice and black with those orange accents - now that's what I'd want on my wrist
Date inside the round lume marker is fantastic, I didn’t even notice it at first.
The black is quite nice with the Orange minute hand. I do like the Orange date wheel though.
Thanks again for another giveaway Gary.
Without a doubt, the orange one please Gary. Another super giveaway offer for your subscribers, fantastic.
My favorite of all of these is the black dial with white Lume on the hands and markers. Great video BTW.
Hi Gary - again thank you for all the work, information and your generousity! the orange dial would be a great giveaway - the stubby form factor of the watch and the orange color emphasize the sporty character of this watch
I'm kinda glad i passed they look a bit chunky for my 6,75 in wrist .
Im currently wearing my Helm Vanuatu and I absolutely love it! Took me 3 years of trying because they sold out immediately.
I've had my Vanuatu for three or four years and it's held up very well. I'ts easy to see why they are such a popular brand.
4:43 this is definitely the one I'd choose. Fantastic color scheme (it reminds me quite a bit of the seiko SPB313J1) and the crosshair detail on the dial!!
The orange dial is stunning. That is the one I would love to see in a giveaway. It looks great on the orange strap.
I'd vote Black Komodo. I use an Ecozilla as my primary backup for my dive computer, so weight shouldn't be a factor for someone that intends to use it for diving. The majority would however not want a lump strapped to their wrist.
Nice. No particular favourite, but the orange is a bit of a bold look for a prize!
After being on the waitlist I purchased the exact same watch a while ago. The stubbiness of the case was part of why I made this decision. You'd expect these light blue indices to glow blue, so it's quite surprising that they glow green.
Nice to see some white dials, usually a dark background dominates everywhere.
They are all amazing looking watches but my choice out of the four is the black and baby blue lime on the bracelet, the bracelet end link is so well intergrated and contoured to the case. All of them are good looking pieces that I’d happily wear.
Honestly I would take any of them, but that Komodo was just stunning. So that’s what I would pick
It's such a cool watch ... Got the white dial with the fully stainless steel bezel ... There's something about the white with baby blue that just works so well .... Best lume I've ever seen on a watch too
I think the best looking of these four is the Komodo with the combination of white dial and black bezel.
First one is absolutely the best - a classic. It's no wonder there is a waiting list.
That orange one suits you, Gary. That's a keeper.
The white dial looks really cool but the orange is the one that hit me the most!Absolutely gorgeous...errr..I mean hideous, give it away at once!
after waiting a long long time i finally got a VANUATU. i think helm plays the limited production numbers game
Really dig the date at 6 o'clock - particularly in round. Maybe too flamboyant, but for me it's the orange. I'd probably contrast the dial with a darker (grey or black) strap. Then again, the white/cream dial is lovely. I just can't settle because they're all really cool.
I really like all of them. My favorite out of the bunch are the white and orange dial.
Gary, hello sir. - You should get a Scurfa in for review (UK Microbrand)
After three years on the waiting list for one of the other models, I also bought when I finally got the email. I had already bought one on eBay prior since I was not sure I had it in me to wait an unknown amount of time. When it arrived, the watch was identical to the used one I bought except for the crystal which seemed thinner and did not reflect blue at all. It almost did not even look there from some angles. Which I know is an upgrade, but I actually like the old chunky look with some blue kicking off.
I sold the new model on eBay and it sold in 3 days.
I love the watch and the brand, and I planned on keeping this one as part of my RUclips love watch sets. But given how fast they sell, it just sits in a watch box and my collection is pushing past 150... It might be time to sell my last Helm.
Love the review and these all look great. For the money these watches are great! With that said, if you can afford this watch odds are you can save up and buy into another tier, even if it's used and I feel have a better long-term piece. I could be wrong; the value seems to hold, and sticking power could be on their side. If RUclips is here in 20 years, would love to revisit this post and see how it makes me look.
Gary I’ve got 2 Helm models. One the Khuraburi, orange/blue, my first I bought. Then the Komodo black dial. I wholeheartedly agree about the weight. I put one on a nato, the other on a rubber strap. Made all the difference! Worth the money & worth the wait.😎👍🏼
The orange one would be a great giveaway. I’m sure that would be a favorite. Great review!
The orange or the black dial with the quail egg blue lume plots on bracelet is what I'd choose!
Like them all. Assuming the white dial one is going I'd probably say orange as it's something different, but I like them all.
Love the white, and the black one on the bracelet…that would be my vote…👍
Very nice watches. My choice would be the black one on the metal bracelet.
I have the white dial version and love it, I wear it on the orange fkm helm strap which is very comfortable
Really like that Orange one - think a black or orange silicone strap would work on that too
The orange have a touch for summer vibes for sure! The first one...well bracelet is always a plus
as a Thai person I would choose to keep Khuraburi
It's the orange for me, followed by the white dial. Thanks for the options, Gary.
I have the Miyako and it's a phenomenal watch. I'm on the waiting list for all the other models and the shortest list has me about 2.5 years before I get my email.
The orange dial would be awesome!
I’d pick the white dial and then the orange would be my second choice. All nice watches👍
Both baby blue lumed watches look amazing, Helm has done a very nice jobs recently
The white and orange dials look amazing. I’ve been thinking of putting my name down for the Vanuatu titanium for some time.
Orange. But I would use the steel bracelet or a black strap. I don't own an orange watch so that's the one I would go for. Chunky bugger.
These look a little chunky for me...but I still like to wear my SM MM300. - It is great to see all the colour ways together
Let’s walk on the wild side and give away the orange dial.
Nice review. Glad to see them up close.
I've a Vanuatu and a white dial Komodo. Both are excellent but the Vanuatu is my daily and the Komodo is on rubber and comes out for visits to the beach.
Love the rounded date complication at the 6 o clock. I like all of them, especially the one with the black dial komodo
Interesting you don’t like the bezel - I find Helm bezel action to be among the best in the business. Crisp, accurate and even audibly confident. Grip also confidence inspiring and on this model I think visually the drop-off angle from the insert to the grip is lovely. What’s not to like?
Totally agree. As good as Christopher Ward but half the price. Possibly better made bracelet and clasp as well, although toolless microadjust not quite as good as CW. Well worth the wait.
I've only just come across Helm, and put my name on the waiting list for the Komodo and, goodness me....8000 and something in the waiting list. Typical! I have money to burn and no way to spend it on a cool looking Diver. Also...just discovered your channel...great content! Between you a Jody I'm going to lose even more money!! I would definitely give away the white Komodo....that's just a gorgeous watch.
Helm are quality and a fav micro-brand. Wish them all the best 👍
I would wear the white or orange.
Maybe a bit thick, but feels rugged and toolish in a good way.
If I were to pick, I'd choose the white one in a heartbeat, but otherwise I like the black ones, probably the one with blue accents. Also, I like how they incorporated the date window.
I do really like the white and orange one, chunky fellas with their personality this Komodos! If you have any other orange diver like Seiko/Doxa I'd pick the white that is always versatile and can go easier in rotation... if not the orange also super great pick, wouldn't mind to have any of those ;)
The Vanuatu is my favorite helm watch. One day ill get my hands on one.
I have the Ti and Steel Vanuatu and
Ti all the way. . it's like a ton as steel, so heavy I think I can punch through a wall!
Orange one for sure and count me in for a giveaway. It might brighten my life a bit at the moment. I seriously like them, playful and class.
I would defenitly go for the white dail. Stunning watch!
The orange one looks really good!
Love my white-dialled Komodo. I agree wholeheartedly that it is too heavy on the bracelet for everyday wear - I bought a Helm orange resin strap and it makes the watch much more of an everyday proposition. It's also a great colour combination, and I'd be comfortable wearing it in this configuration in water.
Was always a steel bracelet guy, but these watches come alive with matching rubber straps. Seriously MUAH!
The first watch shown. Covert and stylish.
The orange is my favorite
Absolutely love the white on baby blue variant! Wow! 🎉
Helm make good quality watches the Komodo is the one I would go for 😊
Wow... They are all stunners. How can you pick just one?
I'd love one of the black dial ones
Love the white Komodo, the first microbrand I fell in love with. Thank you for the comparison with the Miyako, that's the one I have
I'm enamored with the white dial version. Going to get on the wait list for sure.
The easy answer is the clean white dial would be amazing for anyone . I'd give the orange away since that's probably a color most wouldn't buy themselves but will enjoy it once they have it
It's the 03AR4 for me, could have a lot of fun with that dial - it's a party watch for sure !
The Komodo has always been the Helm that I wanted more than the others, the orange one seems the best pick (especially coming up to summer)
Thank you for the chance in another great giveaway
For anyone not on Garys patreon, there is a monthly competition for a giveaway - and his subscription is amongst the least expensive!
I’m definitely a fan of the orange one…a wonderful color to have to wear on occasion but difficult to purchase early on when building a collection as it would be a situational piece
Well the white dial is quite distinguished, nice piece of watch, you can expect chunkiness when you get to 300m + wr :)
what or orange for sure! a bit chunky but seems manageable
The white dial version is just phenomenal!
Give away the black one, with black nato and slighlty blue indexes. Because i like it!! 😁 keep up the gret work, cheers form Italy!
The orange one with a steel bracelet. Very cool 👌
All 4 watches look great but I would definitely have to go with the orange dial. I’m in to fitness and that would accent so many occasions.
Black with orange hand as I think that's the most universal
All look amazing, would be nice if they did a 100 m version and slimmed down the thickness and weight
I like the Orange and the White Versions.
There’s no denying Helms Tool Watch appeal but they look too Chunky to Me.
The Circular Date window looks awesome.
I personally would prefer the one with the white dial on the stainless strap.
Would go for the orange Gary. Chunky but good finishing. Regards
The White Dial Version. Definitely, My Favorite.
Not a fan of the chunky case size, I get it’s a diver watch but I’ve come to understand I prefer watches in the 10mm in thickness. Thanks Gary
You are very lucky, white dial or orange