HELM Watches - New Micro

[zaskar36]

Just came across this and I like it so I figured I would share with my fellow leaguers.

http://helmwatches.com/



VANUATU

Featuring a 316L stainless steel case and bracelet, automatic movement, screw-down caseback and crown,* sapphire crystal, unidirectional bezel and 300 meter depth rating, the ISO 6425 compliant HELM* Vanuatu epitomizes rugged functionality.

SPECIFICATIONS:

CASE*
Brushed 316L Stainless Steel*
Integrated Crown Guards
Screw Down Caseback*Diameter (12H to 6H):* 42 mmDiameter (9H to 3H):* 44 mmLug to Lug:* 50 mmLug Width: 22 mm
Height:* 14 mm
CROWNBrushed 316L Stainless SteelScrew DownPosition:* 3 o'clockDiameter:* 8 mm

MOVEMENT**
Seiko Instruments NH35 (Automatic Mechanical)*
Hacking and Manual Winding FunctionsAccuracy:* -25 ~ +35 seconds/day
Beats Per Hour:* 21,600
24 JewelsPower Reserve:* 40 Hours

DIAL & HANDSDial:* Matte Black with Luminescent Hour Markers * * (white body color with blue light emission)
Hands:* Luminescent** * * * * *** * ************************************************ (white body color with blue light emission)
Date Window:* 6 o'clock

BEZEL316L Stainless SteelStainless Steel Insert with Black PVD Coating
Markings:* White Oil + Luminescent (at 5 minute marks)120-Click, Unidirectional Rotation

CRYSTAL*Flat Sapphire with Internal Anti-Reflective Coating
BANDStainless Steel Bracelet with Brushed Finish * * * * * * * * * * (22 mm Tapers to 20 mm at Clasp)Stainless Steel Folding Clasp with Brushed Finish*
NS1 Nylon Strap with Brushed Stainless Steel Buckle**** and Keeper Rings

WATER RESISTANCE
300 m / 30 atm / 990 ft*
Tested in accordance with ISO 6425:1996

US$350.00*+ US$45 Shipping World Wide

AVAILABLE SOON

Anticipated in-stock date:* September 15, 2015

[zaskar36]

What I like:
- Glycine Combatesque Dial
- Kobold vibe
- Classic mil-dive style (I don't have a mil-dive style watch in the collection. I've been wanting one.)
- Handset is a break from the norm.
- Size. Large 44 case but that L2L is fairly short @ 50mm considering the case size.
- 6 o'clock date is always nice and neat.
- Blacked out branding gives the dial a nice sterile feel without sacrificing their brand. (I actually like branding especially if I like the logo and I do like their simple H icon)
- And that PRICE!

Even comes with a bracelet and NATO if I'm reading it right.

I'm definitely keeping tabs on this one. Just wish there was more info on the company/owner(s).

Now, if I could figure out how to pronounce the name of the watch.

[Raza]

Not bad, but very generic. Good price, though.

[-JP]

Agree, if one is looking for a reasonably priced classic style diver missing in the collection though this isn't bad at all.

[meijlinder]

If they are only a month from their in-stock date shouldn't they at least have a prototype to show instead of just a render?

[-JP]

Just noticed that minute hand is very U-1ish!

[zaskar36]

Just noticed that minute hand is very U-1ish!

Ahh nice observation. I knew the handset looked familiar but couldn't place it.

[Perseus]

Hats off to them for putting the date at 6 instead of the usual 3 o'clock. I also like the less obvious dial text.

[Andrema]

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[Nokie]

Bland but I agree, a good price.