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*Update* You may have noticed the "paid promotion" banner at the start of the video but I say within the video that it's a loaner. At the time of recording and publishing, I thought this to be the case. However, it just came to my attention on 4/29/21, that the company is generously donating this watch to the channel. While this in no way influenced my review, I always want to be fully transparent with my valued viewers. Accordingly, I just added the TH-cam banner and want to provide this clarification to avoid confusion. I'm truly honored by the support of the community and generosity of Zelos. Cheers
I couldn't agree more. I was floored by the generosity, especially with my humble channel. None of this would have been possible without the support of so many wonderful community members 🙏
Just received the version three a few days ago… Shaving it down 2.5 mm in thickness has made a huge difference… The watch is no longer top-heavy and stays put(is balanced) It’s my fifth Zelos and it’s a keeper!
Excellent review I have two hammerhead 2 one stainless steel ETA movement the other Bronze nh35 movement to be honest they both keep great time. Will probably buy the new model in the colour you’re reviewing.
Thank you! I've had great luck with the regulation on all of my Zelos movements too, whether ETA or NH/Miyota. I think you'll like this latest generation and the gorgeous red dial. The dial aesthetic is very different so it will still have a unique feel. Cheers
Thanks buddy! The lume is on another level on the HH3! Comparing it side by side with an already impressively lumed watch in the HH2 is incredible. And, I agree, I love that HH2 colorway! Cheers
Thank you so much! It is a beautiful colorway. I knew I liked it from the pics, but it's even better in person. There are so many good choices with this one though! Cheers
The legibility is great on the date window and I think the color choice (at least on this variant) is perfect in person. It blends brilliantly with the fume. Which one did you get? It was tough to choose a favorite. Cheers
Thank you! I do love the HH2 hands. It was one of the first things that spoke to me about the model. That's fair about the case. It's certainly not for everyone and many people don't love the smaller dial. Cheers
I honestly prefer the case profile of the HH2 even though I prefer the thinner size of the HH3. It looks like slimming was an afterthought and had an incomplete look about it....at least to my eyes. The bracelet integration is shabby in comparison to the HH2. The hands are certainly an improvement, but I like the two tone lume of the HH2. I’m talking myself out of “needing” the new release 😉. Excellent comparison my dude!....made my decision because of this! Helson will be stoked to get the funds instead.
However I can be of service buddy 😉😁 I personally was surprised how well the design translated to the thinner case, as I thought it might kill it's hammerhead'ness. LOL. I was excited to see where people would land in preference across the board. I anticipated this one would be split and that seems to be proving true. In the end though, it's a very well done piece either way (not a surprise with Zelos). Can't wait to see your new addition! Cheers
Excellent, I'm glad it helped! There's something special about the original Hammerheads. I like them a lot as well. The Meteorite and Blue are probably my favorites, excepting the special edition Sub for the sheer wow factor. Cheers
As usual, great and informative material. Boi, that HHv1,5 looks so plain Jane next to the real deal HH 😂😋 I hate myself for not buying this version when I had the chance.
@@JonathanTReviews Thanks, maybe one day something will pop up amongst our Timekeepers squad 😋 I don't like used timepieces but now there's no option left. Dang it 😅
Great review and comparison vid Jonathan. Is the bezel and dial on the HH3 smaller compared to the HH2 or is it just the thickness of the case that was reduced? TIA!
Thank you! The bezel is very similar (if not the same) between the HH2 and HH3. The overall dial is as well, but the HH3 main dial (excluding the chapter ring) appears to be a little larger. This is the result of the HH2 having a raised and then chamfered/stepped chapter ring. Cheers
@@JonathanTReviews Thanks for the info Jonathan! Luckily its the same...coz I bought 2. The Crimson because of both yr videos and a Vintage black. Wud have been a bummer if the bezel diameter and dial was smaller...😊
Congrats! That will be an awesome combo! I just double checked and stand corrected, the exterior of the HH3 bezel is ~1mm skinnier. However, the inner bezel and crystal are very close to the same. Without disassembling the watches, the HH3 dial excluding the chapter ring on both does appear to be larger. Cheers
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*Update* You may have noticed the "paid promotion" banner at the start of the video but I say within the video that it's a loaner. At the time of recording and publishing, I thought this to be the case. However, it just came to my attention on 4/29/21, that the company is generously donating this watch to the channel. While this in no way influenced my review, I always want to be fully transparent with my valued viewers. Accordingly, I just added the TH-cam banner and want to provide this clarification to avoid confusion. I'm truly honored by the support of the community and generosity of Zelos. Cheers
That is very nice of them to do so and good that you reveal that.
I couldn't agree more. I was floored by the generosity, especially with my humble channel. None of this would have been possible without the support of so many wonderful community members 🙏
Glad you got to keep the watch. Your first review was detailed and informative, same as this one. Looking forward to future reviews!
Thank you very much for the support and kind words! Cheers
Just received the version three a few days ago… Shaving it down 2.5 mm in thickness has made a huge difference… The watch is no longer top-heavy and stays put(is balanced) It’s my fifth Zelos and it’s a keeper!
Agreed! It doesn't seem like much on paper, but it is a pretty dramatic difference. Which version did you get? Cheers
I got it in teal. Mainly because I have 4 other models none in that color way. Cheers!
Having at least one Zelos Teal is a must!
Very detailed comparison. Superb!
Thank you very much! Cheers
Excellent review I have two hammerhead 2 one stainless steel ETA movement the other Bronze nh35 movement to be honest they both keep great time. Will probably buy the new model in the colour you’re reviewing.
Thank you! I've had great luck with the regulation on all of my Zelos movements too, whether ETA or NH/Miyota. I think you'll like this latest generation and the gorgeous red dial. The dial aesthetic is very different so it will still have a unique feel. Cheers
Very good review and comparison. 👍
Thank you very much! Cheers
Great video! That lume comparison was just nuts and your bronze HH2 is 🔥🔥🔥
Thanks buddy! The lume is on another level on the HH3! Comparing it side by side with an already impressively lumed watch in the HH2 is incredible. And, I agree, I love that HH2 colorway! Cheers
I'm getting this exact spec hammerhead 3 ( i hope ) the red dial looks amazing
Another great video. I’m going to have to buy one of those red HH3’s.
Thank you so much! It is a beautiful colorway. I knew I liked it from the pics, but it's even better in person. There are so many good choices with this one though! Cheers
The date window seems a real upgrade , less shadow and more readable. Can't wait for my hh3
The legibility is great on the date window and I think the color choice (at least on this variant) is perfect in person. It blends brilliantly with the fume. Which one did you get? It was tough to choose a favorite. Cheers
@@JonathanTReviews yeah so many great choices. I picked up a crimson red and a frost white. Love me some fully lumed dials.
Nice!!! That will be an awesome combo!
very informative review! Subbed!
Thanks Jayson! Can't wait to check out your MOP video later today! Cheers
Well done. Thank you.
Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching. Cheers
Great video as always! Can't beat those dual color lumed hands of the mk2. Case shape has never been my style, just makes the dial too small.
Thank you! I do love the HH2 hands. It was one of the first things that spoke to me about the model. That's fair about the case. It's certainly not for everyone and many people don't love the smaller dial. Cheers
I honestly prefer the case profile of the HH2 even though I prefer the thinner size of the HH3. It looks like slimming was an afterthought and had an incomplete look about it....at least to my eyes. The bracelet integration is shabby in comparison to the HH2. The hands are certainly an improvement, but I like the two tone lume of the HH2. I’m talking myself out of “needing” the new release 😉. Excellent comparison my dude!....made my decision because of this! Helson will be stoked to get the funds instead.
However I can be of service buddy 😉😁 I personally was surprised how well the design translated to the thinner case, as I thought it might kill it's hammerhead'ness. LOL. I was excited to see where people would land in preference across the board. I anticipated this one would be split and that seems to be proving true. In the end though, it's a very well done piece either way (not a surprise with Zelos). Can't wait to see your new addition! Cheers
@@JonathanTReviews I’m trying really hard to be obscenely critical for self preservation...😂😂
Hahaha! I figured, so I was a good friend and didn't argue (much) 🤣
@@JonathanTReviews you are a gentleman and a scholar...🙏🏼
@@JonathanTReviews my banter was all for not...I snagged a teal 👍🏼👍🏼
very useful..I still like my HH1 meterorite
Excellent, I'm glad it helped! There's something special about the original Hammerheads. I like them a lot as well. The Meteorite and Blue are probably my favorites, excepting the special edition Sub for the sheer wow factor. Cheers
As usual, great and informative material. Boi, that HHv1,5 looks so plain Jane next to the real deal HH 😂😋 I hate myself for not buying this version when I had the chance.
Thanks buddy! It is a beautiful piece. I'll keep an eye out for one and give you a shout. Cheers
@@JonathanTReviews Thanks, maybe one day something will pop up amongst our Timekeepers squad 😋 I don't like used timepieces but now there's no option left. Dang it 😅
Great review and comparison vid Jonathan. Is the bezel and dial on the HH3 smaller compared to the HH2 or is it just the thickness of the case that was reduced? TIA!
Thank you! The bezel is very similar (if not the same) between the HH2 and HH3. The overall dial is as well, but the HH3 main dial (excluding the chapter ring) appears to be a little larger. This is the result of the HH2 having a raised and then chamfered/stepped chapter ring. Cheers
@@JonathanTReviews Thanks for the info Jonathan! Luckily its the same...coz I bought 2. The Crimson because of both yr videos and a Vintage black. Wud have been a bummer if the bezel diameter and dial was smaller...😊
Congrats! That will be an awesome combo! I just double checked and stand corrected, the exterior of the HH3 bezel is ~1mm skinnier. However, the inner bezel and crystal are very close to the same. Without disassembling the watches, the HH3 dial excluding the chapter ring on both does appear to be larger. Cheers