Happy Birthday Zelos! Helmsman 10th Anniversary Review
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- Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZELOS! I think it ages us all, that Zelos is now 10. Well, it certainly ages me. HA! Good for them, they have done really well, even if now they do kinda represent one expreme end of the micro market. The end that loves exotic materials, and you will find three of them stuffed into this one. Maybe one too many for me. Cheers, Jody
This one doesn't need a review! It will sell out in 10 seconds anyway 😊
Haha, true. But that's pretty much the case for all Zeloses. 😉
1 minute and 35 seconds. Gone.
I think it was about 48 seconds, but I got one.😊
I really like the look. It is stunning. Looks like a very versatile watch, both for the office and for casual-to-sporty occasions.
I'm not a big collector, but I do have a white dialed Zelos Horizons. Nice look and great lume.
I absolutely love that dial. The color tones remind me of high-end titanium performance exhaust that have been heat treated for a similar color effect.
Zelos! Yesss... Now we're talking! But no mention of the 38mm teal Aurora Ti; the coolest watch Zelos has ever put out (well, maybe second to the tourbillon)? 🤔
I just got my Mako GMT in "cracked ice" today... happy with it so far
Don't forget to buy a UV light
I dont care for the designs overall. However I really like the company and applaud their success. They are full of originality, great build quality ( I owned one ) and great customer service. Just not for me but a great offering for the watch community.
The Damascus looks cool. The meteorite is unnecessary. If you didn't mentioned it I wouldn't even seen it. And even after knowing it I hardly see it.
I've got a Mako V3 Titanium Frost, such a great watch.
I believe they are great quality. None of their styles have ever really appealed to me.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Great review.
I'm a huge Zelos fan, I have 4 now, Happy Birthday😎
I really like it, although I had to look very closely to find the meteorite. Like the strap too, it suits it. 👌
Never found a Zelos I liked, and this is no exception 🤷♂️
What don’t u like about them?
Same here. Nothing about their esthetics speaks to me. You could offer me one - I’d sell it off right away…
I don't like them, really dislike the cases, but I respect that they are doing something completely different for a different audience. I'm glad they are around.
I haven't been drawn to too many, but I wish I'd gotten one of their Blacktip divers. They're now pretty much all gone except for the orange fume.
@@Mystery_Man84 mainly is just the esthetics, I’m sure they are well built but their designs are too much for me.
Happy Birthday Zelos🎉
I’ve been a fan of Zelos for a while and have bought three pieces over the years. I’ll give this one a hard pass though as that dial doesn’t do anything for me. Also, Zelos doesn’t seem to be the brand it was. I agree with you Jody that they used to sell out almost immediately but that’s no longer the case. There are still several watches available from their last three releases available on the website. I think this may be primarily down to price. They’re getting awfy expensive and maybe a bit too convoluted in their design?
Two reasons why they don't sell out completely right away: they produced double the amount of watches in the last drops: like 600 instead of 300 of particular models. Because people were always bitching about them selling out. Two: price. They are now producing more over the $500 and $1000 range watches. Lots of people that don't want to spend that on a Zelos
Bigger batches being produced is why some models haven't sold out
They are nice but little busy for me, I am sort of plain vanilla, traditional Seiko divers, Casios, and if I ever got into the 2k range for a watch it will be a Ball Engineer III or similar.
Not a Zelos guy but congrats on the anniversary.
Not a fan of colour combination,would prefer either blue meteo bezel or gray damascus or gray meteorite dial.Im surprised actually he used timascus for a dial since there wasnt as many Zelos watches using this material as a dial.
They look amazing , just wish I could actually buy one !
I really like all the changes and every aspect of this one. Maybe it should be a sw200 at this price but the dial is the only deal breaker for me. Happy birthday Zelos 🎂
I love the swordfish design I have 5 of them
Happy birthday Zelos. 🎉🎊🥳
Also, holy guacamole, that is one beautiful dial.
im not sure about that at all, looks like the raided a load of parts bins ans popped it together
Not for me but thanks for the review.
Honestly, I love it! Don’t usually like the over the top looks! More a Tool watch guy myself. I’ve got 2 Helms. That warranty does suck though!
Where did you get that T-Shirt! My girls favourite film Jurassic Park so she would love this
Dial looks like a random pog from the 90s.
Wow, I love this thing. I'll say I own one Zelos, a midnight blue and bronze hammerhead 2 I got something like 6 years ago. I own probably 20 other micros as well. Zelos has always been my favorite of the micros, with Islander coming a close second. I was seriously considering the purple dialed swordfish field, but this is giving me a bit of a dilemma. I own plenty of staid, subtle watches, and only maybe 3 "out there" ones, and I've been looking for a vibrant purple-hued watch for a while. Your Origin would have been it if the bezel was color matched and not black. The Ascents are nice but they are too quiet when they're out of direct sunlight. This, with an aftermarket purple fkm strap might fit the bill. Hmmm.
Also, on the one year warranty side, yeah that sucks, but honestly, I've had multiple interactions with Elshan and every single thing has been handled easily and pleasantly. When, after 4 years, my hammerhead got a strange click in the bezel, I asked what bezel springs it used and he said "just send it to me, pay shipping and I'll get it fixed up." A few weeks later it turned up and he had completely re-cased it. I cannot say enough about how truly awesome Elshan's customer service is, Zelos (and Islander, for that matter) as a company has earned my business without reservation, unlike some other micros out there. I know I'm going to get outstanding quality, and if it's not, I know Elshan will go to great lengths to make it right. Just a fantastic company.
All this to say, yeah this is busy, yeah this is almost shocking. Fur me, make it even brighter by adding the people strap haha. And I may be in the minority here, but $650 isn't bad for anything containing any amount of timascus. Any of their watches that were available in timascus and other materials, the ti added like 2k to the price. I was expecting something around the $1,200 mark, this is a decent price for what I i expected.
(For reference, if you go to tactile turn and buy a simple bolt action titanium pen, you can change the pocket clip from titanium to timascus for an extra $100, which doubles the cost of the pen. The bolt, which is only a disc maybe 2mm across, adds $20. Timascus ain't cheap.)
Hello?! Mom?!?
My mother is the only other person I know who treats a comment section like a novel
@@jodee8831 yes, and I'll bet she can articulate an idea beyond "hurdur, long comment bad!"
I truly do not understand the allure of trolling. Such a small, sad way of passing time.
@lordirek1 sad, but satisfying
The Hammerhead and Mako are the models that come to mind when someone says Zelos... The swordfish is gaining ground however.
Happy anniversary Zelos.
I've never been in a position to buy a Zelos, but some of the dial and case options are both attractive and quite innovative. I like them.
I think comparing the cost of this one with something priced at bare bones crowdsourcing margins isn't a very good comparison. Usually the price is set below the average bar to capture the attention of a new brand just launching. Are there options for much less out there using the same movement and on a bracelet today? Sure, but you would be hard pressed to find apples to apples with the construction materials, original design, etc.
Chances are a polarizing design such as this will never capture a wide market, but that's always part of the story in this hobby, especially for Zelos. Kudos to Elshan for never taking the safe route. IMHO that's the vehicle that has carried the brand along the way of this well-deserved success story on their ten-year journey.
I love that subtle dig at Hamtun. Where TF is Ross Davis? Any investigators in the UK? I'm guessing he has changed his name. I would if I was scamming coward like him.
This video is about Zelos. Well done Elshan, great watch. Jody, great video.
But the Hamtun mention. What a great shot.
Ah you showed those Hamtun thieves!!! That guy ran off with the money from the Phantom Calueche kickstarter campaign. Anyway that new Helmsman has a lot going on. I would have rather seen a more conventional dial and a lower price. The dial is definitely unique and not sure I could get used to it.
Sold out within 1 min..... almost
It took about 2 minutes to sell out. I skipped this release. I would buy a Helmsman with a different dial. I currently have six Zelos watches, but definitely do not buy every model.
I've always liked the design of zelos watches. I'm also aware of the psychological effect of their business model. Sign up to not miss the next drop! It's enticing and exhilarating and fun but it can also lead to quick buying. That aside, I really like the styling and I almost bought one years ago. I'm not angry at the company for doing this but it's definitely something to think about.
The newbie is pretty. Unfortunately tyres will be taking up the money stash this round. I did like the dual time more, but that was real money.
Thanks for the heads up Jody
Those scalloped sides put me in mind of the war machines...they weren't "tripods"... from the original movie "War of the Worlds." Same lenticular profile. Otherwise, an amazing dial, but I'm in agreement with you about the price/ value proposition. Like you say, though, they'll probably sell out. Cheers!
I really love watching Zelos reviews, but they are an example of a design I personally don't like. Love Elshans innovations
Great review and happy birthday to Zelos. Beautifully made but far too ott for me
It's rare to see Zelos making a watch with a continuous, flowing side profile for once! And to think that this was based off of their first model, one can't help but wonder why so many subsequent models has their typical cylinder+lugs degsign.
Good video and review! I would like to see this model in stainless with a toned down dial and a bracelet 👍🏻
I might be confused, but was the Skyraider ever part of Jody's collection? I always loved that watch.
Welp I sat with credit card in hand, but after the page crashed on me during checkout twice it sold out within the first minute. Guess I've saved myself 650 dollars today lol
They are killing the game right now.
wise uses damascus ss on some of their watches… really nice
I’m a simple man. I see timascus dial and I watch video.
Another cute watch. Thank you for the review.
I will try to get one as a fan. But I ain't too sure about the colourful dial that looks like the reflection of oil on water surface.
I have very mixed feelings about Zelos. I bought my very first watch from them last year after swearing to myself I would never buy one. I love their watches but I hate their business model of making a very limited number of watches and the extreme difficulty of getting one that causes. It's been a very successful business model for them though I have to admit.
I'd buy that strap for one of my Tags.
Maybe a stupid question about mine : is it normal that color intensity is not uniform on a timascus dial. Mine can be blue and sometime it is nearly white shade
Happy happy Zelos!
I'll probably try to snag one but if I don't get it I'd be OK with that. I have a ton of Zelos. For me, the date complication almost ruins the watch and the scalloped case sides seems like trying too hard after they threw everything else on this watch.
Happy birthday Zelos! Unfortunately, this “peacock” is not for me!
You can't even buy directly from their website, most watches aren't even available because sold out. And then people sell them on eBay for double the price.
Because it’s a Damascus dial, does that mean each dial may be a little different?
I want a zelos so badly, but they always sell out so fast before I can pull the trigger
They should put it on a bracelet
Looks cool!!!!
My wife’s favorite of my watches is a Swordfish teal dial. Zelos are fun watches for sure, very unique, strong design language. I like them.
Edit: regarding the warranty, Elshan is active in the FB group and makes things right when folks complain, very quickly. Never seems to ask about the date of purchase.
Never found a zelos i liked, and this is no exception 🤷♂️
My problem with Zelos is that they are cool watches that look nice once you first get them but get "old" and forgotten very quickly when you have more traditional looking watches in your collection. Something about their designs doesn't make them look good long term or don't age well... Had 3 of them and downsized to 1 and still thinking if I should keep my last one (the meteorite dial made me keep it for now).
Morni g Jody, I was waiting with great anticipation for the launch of the new Erebus. What happened?
What happened is, you cocked up in following the news.
LOve it!
I was waiting with great trepidation for your review of the anniversary model, expectations were not disappointed, on the contrary, you confirm yourself as one of the best reviewers in the world, thank you for showing us this watch so closely Jody. The blue internal side of the strap is gorgeous and now we can understand why he made that blue keepers. Good luck you all, we will need it.🍀
Mr Aventurine!!!
Are you considering picking one of these beauties up?
I'm second guessing getting one since I already own and love the timascus Mako
I bought a Zelos Hammerhead. Date is not centered in its window. Annoying
Don't underestimate the loud straps average people are buying for their Apple watches now. This isn't that shocking now.
I’d love to buy one, except you won’t be able to
Just about every Zelos is a bit "over styled". This one is a bit more in my boathouse.
No "easy corrode" bronze watches for me.
Went a bit more classy yes then ruined the classy with the colors, yep too much going one unfortunately
lovely, but not paying that much for a zelos. i have one but only paid 1/3 of that which is appropriate for a miyota movement watch. ill leave the sales of this one to the fan boys.
I like the Zelos Swordfish I’ve got Jody, but this one? Yeah, nah.
Watch case and overall design are really nice.
The choice of colors, well, it's not really my cup of tea.
Happy Burfday, Zelos! The design language and features of this anniversary watch really resonate with me, especially the interplay between the stunning Damascus dial and sleek strap. But $650 for a pedestrian movement? Well, to quote me mum, "We have McDonald's at home!" 😸
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OOOHHH THERE IS SCATCHES FROM A VELOCIRAPTOR ON THE DIAL 😮😮😮😮😮😮
MEH!!! A 10 Year Anniversary Model is a Good idea. But I'm not feeling this Model that Zelos went for...Its Unimpressive in every way ( IMO ) Their Swordfish & Black Tip Models are far more attractive and would have been better candidates fur an Anniversary Piece. But Happy Birthday Zelos 🎉🎈🎊...My Favorite Micro Brand 👌
Looks nothing like the first Helmsman, prefer the original...
I struggle to see why Zelos are so popular, they never fail to make an ugly watch
Not for me this one.
Prefer the original. 🙄
That’s ugly and tacky looking and I am so tired of the FOMO model of micro brand sales.
It is a (popular) choice to make watches illegible and inaccurate. Nothing wrong with art, but time-inspired art is not a precision time measurement device that clearly communicates the correct time legibly. Art and time-keeping can work and often do work together. Illegibility is a choice. Inaccuracy is a choice. Dysfunction is a choice. Disinformation is a choice. Nihilism is a choice. Impulsive fads are a choice. Investing in liabilities is choice. Time is important. Accurate time keeping is important and valuable. Poor schedule skills are a massive problem and cost throughout society. Let's put these pieces together, solve some problems, make things work, and make things better.
What do you mean about this not being a watch for everyone? Even 98-year-old grannies that care nothing about watches would sell their walkers and false teeth to get a TiMascus/Meteorite Zelos!
Not really a fan I guess their watches are okay but they just don't do it for me. My apologies to the cult they just love these I just don't see it.
This...is...one...ugly...watch! Horrendous attack of colors. Just looking at this almost gave me a nosebleed. I think I'd suffer a brain aneurysm if I rocked it as a daily for a week or two. A HARD pass thank you very much!
you got no taste whatsoever
It's a bit annoying the way the entire Zelos range seems to be getting smaller and smaller with every new release. I'll not be attempting to buy this one.
OY Mate I freaking LOVE This Watch Mate!!! If you want to sell me yours I would DEFEINITELY wear this OFTEN just for the Freaking DIAL!! I'm in Bedford TX, USA Holler at me if ya wanna sell this BEAUTY, I ALSO Need 3 EREBUS Watches, Ascent Purple Helix J-Style Bracelet, Origin Purple Flat H bracelet and Ascent Aventurine J-Style Bracelet !! EREBUS IS One of my new Favorite MICROBRANDS!! THANKS for your Content Mate!,
Come to TEXAS and Have some real Bar-B-Que !! it's an Open Invitation to yourself!
HAMTUN!!! Jody is a complete savage for splashing that on the screen.
I bought two of those... Whatever happened to that guy?
He stole our money and vanished
@@stanleynadulek4195 yes he did
If Cuttlefish designed watches...😮 ❤
Happy birthday, Zelos!
10 years later and still only making 300 watches, we've come a long way in the micro world
Not everything needs to scale up. If the owner is happy with a lean and profitable business, why should he change?
@@jacks3735 I don't think this is an issue of scaling up, surely there is not that much difference between selling 300 and 1000 for brand like Zelos. It is just how some brands operate based on exclusivity and FOMO. Because they are limited I imagine they hold up their value nicely, on the other hand if you don't manage to buy one new then you are out of luck. If you manage to find one second hand then you are probably not getting it much cheaper than MSRP.
Still sells 100% of what he wants to make almost instantly. Any Fortune 500 co on earth would kill for that.
It's called a limited edition? You must be used to Seikos "limited editions." Also, I don't think you know how TiMascus is made lmao.
Exactly, it’s either buy a Zelos in the first 30 seconds after it drops or wait five years for a Helm
They dont allways sellout anymore there are multiple models in stock and have been for months. Before people say its due to more production its not for examble the swordfish field in purple had a run of 250 where as mako ti was runs of 400 and that did sell out. I like this new watch and i will still try get it
I really like Jody's new review style. The new backgrounds and B-rolls just elevate these great reviews! Keep the good work up!
Not a Zelos fanboy, but I still like this watch based on what I see in this video, especially in terms of color choice and materials. Enough to purchase it? Well I definitely would if offered at the original price!
I sold off all my zelos over the last year or 2 when I moved my collection over to more swiss pieces but my alarm will be set to try and get this one. I doubt I'd wear it much but it would be an awesome watch to have in the collection. Will be changing the strap immediately though!
As a Zelos owner I like this, but given the looks I agree the price is a bit too high at least for my tastes (when converted to Canadian). Had it been the original pricing, I'd probably be setting an alarm for the launch time.