Helson – Shark Diver 38 SS, Ultimate Chunky Mid-size Steel Diver Review

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38mm/46mm L2L/12mm thick/20mm lugs

Feb 6, 2020


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In this episode we review Helson's latest and possibly greatest model in there ever popular Shark Diver line. We'll compare and contrast it to the SD38Ti and SD40SS, then discuss how the Shark Diver 38 in Stainless Steel might actually be the perfect combination for this watch. With it's broad shouldered lugs, the Shark Diver line has always worn quite large, so the 38mm case actually wears more like a traditional 40mm case, previously only available in Titanium the 38mm Shark Diver, actually felt a bit light on wrist which helped in melting away some of its chunky personality. Now available in Stainless Steel at 38mm, the Shark Diver may have just hit a Sweet Spot having the perfect balance of helf and wearability.


Specifications:

--Case: Brushed 316L surgical stainless steel - Ø 38 mm - height 12 mm - lug distance 20 mm - lug to lug lenght 46mm, weight 183g on bracelet
--Screwed crown with side protection
--Sapphire crystal: 2.2 mm thick - inside AR coated.
--Bezel with sapphire inlay
--Water resistance: 300m/1000 ft
--Dial, hands and bezel coated with swiss SuperLuminova
--Bracelet: Comfortable 20 mm stainless steel bracelet with removable screwed end links, ratcheting clasp; 20x20mm CUDA rubber strap.
--Movement: 24 Jewel Japanese Miyota 9015 automatic

https://www.helsonwatches.com/shop.p...=0&sort=normal



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I still prefer my Ti 38 to SS version, although pretty close in vibe. The 40mm
lug to bracelet transition appears out of balance due 20mm lug distance on the slightly bigger case.
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That's a beautiful piece Gregg...I always like Ti...when I got my SD LE I wanted a 42 but every size was sold out except the 38...after seeing yours I decided to go for it and I'm glad I did...LE #2 out of 10.

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