THE WATCH
The Zelos Swordfish 40mm "Dusk" Launch Special edition represents everything collectors love about Zelos. With a striking design, experimental dial textures, and extremely limited production that disappears within minutes of release. The "Dusk" is known for its mesmerizing gradient dial, transitioning from deep twilight blue to a warmer amber orange hue, a colorway reminiscent of the horizon at dusk. Zelos paired this with crisp hands and indices with with generous BGW9 lume, a dark blue sapphire bezel, and blue tipped seconds hand. The dial has gorgeous texture and is also a sandwich dial as the indices are cut out from the dial giving a layered 3d effect. The case has great angles and a dramatic brushing and polishing that comes in a perfectly sized 40mm size that appeals to both Zelos enthusiasts and everyday wearers. The Dusk comes with a reliable workhorse NH35 automatic movement with custom color matched date wheel and a 316L stainless steel bracelet with updated quick adjust clasp and screwed links. As with most Zelos special launches, this model sold out almost immediately. For those who appreciate Zelos microbrand artistry, strong value, and low production, the "Dusk" stands out as one of the most unique stainless steel released from Zelos.
SPECS
Brand: Zelos
Reference: Swordfish "Dusk" Launch Special (Sold out)
Movement: NH35 Automatic with custom date wheel
Year: 2025
Condition: Brand new/unworn
Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel
Dial: Gradient textured deep blue to orange with dark blue sapphire bezel
Case Diameter: 40mm
Lug to Lug: 46mm
Case Thickness: 12mm
Lug Width: 20mm
Crystal: Flat Sapphire with inner AR coating
Water Resistance: 200 meters
Strap: 316L Stainless Steel bracelet with updated quick adjust clasp
Box & Papers: Yes
THOUGHTS
The Zelos Swordfish "Dusk" is the kind of release that showcases what microbrands do best, bold design, strong specs, attractive aestics, and incredible value. Zelos has built a reputation for lightning fast sellouts, and the "Dusk" is no exception. The special gradient dial is stunning, shifting dramatically depending on the light angle. The dial feels warm and expressive, and the gradient is very well executed with subtle texture as well. The colorway feels unique and will certainly get attention without being too flashy. This is one of those watches that punch well above it's price point. The watch features screwed bracelet links, sapphire crystal and bezel insert, and quick release which is incredible at this price. The finishing, dial complexity, and overall presentation feel like watches that cost several times. Among Zelos diver releases, this Dusk variant is just so cool and different while also being very wearable at 40mm as an everyday piece. It offers something different while also being very wearable at 40mm as an everyday piece. It offers something different that your standard blue, white, and black dials while also somehow being almost just as versatile due to its mixture of darker and subtle lighter hues. Grab this cool Zelos launch special while you still can!
