Enter The Dragon! Helm Komodo
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
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The most anticipated new watch of the year? Quite possible? Does it live up to they hype? Hmmmmmmm. Watch and find out. Cheers, Jody
It only took 2 years on the wait list, but my Komodo arrived today! Totally worth the wait, its built like a tank. Thanks to your videos I now have Phoibos Voyager, a Vostok Amphibia, a Pagani chrono, and now this Helm Komodo. My wife wont thank you but I sure will, you have been a fantastic guide into the world of watch collecting (insanity?) Keep the vids (and the great Tshirts) coming Jody!!!
"How many watches have Helm made?"
"Three"
"Three different models?"
"Yes, one watch of each"
The best part of this brand is they pay attention to the customers
I want a helm, but almost impossible to get one, always out of stock. Even when notified, I got home and they were already gone. And I'm not paying inflated Ebay prices for a Seiko movement watch. I think Helm needs to bump up their manufacturing on their watches and hire some more people.
I ordered this guy at 7:01 EST and my second Khuraburi at 7:02. Helm are the most favorite of the 37 watches I own. Highly recommended!
Ha, ordered both the Komodo and Khuraburi too and received both on Wednesday!
Oh well... here we go again. Got a mail from Helm a few days ago about their website crashing due to them getting a new batch of Komodos. Shortly thereafter, I get another mail stating that the site was back. Checked the page, saw there were Komodos marked as "available", but didn't order straight away (was the middle of the night in Europe). Checked again the next day and all variants were sold out. I guess I might as well give up all hope of ever getting my hands on this watch... :D
there was a sale yesterday and i'm pretty sure it sold out in 2 seconds. Time to try again next year! super excited
I took my Komodo off of that bracelet and put it on a matching ice blue leather strap and it is now perfection. Over a month on wrist and it's accurate plus 2 seconds.
2023 was Helm year for me. A Vanuatu in August after a 2 year wait and the white Komodo 3 months later. I only wear it on the bracelet so no problems there and thankfully they have ditched the massive clasp. I didn't think I was going to get on with the dimensions but I absolutely love it. It's remained at the top of my collection for a few weeks now and runs at plus 1 second a day. Such a great watch.
Dec 2019 and like every single model and variation that Helm make, it's sold out .There's a surprise
PSA: The Helm Komodo is available for pre-order on their site right now. They replaced their FC2 clasp with the smaller FC1 clasp (the one Jody used to replace his large clasp). Also new orange color!
I managed to pick up a black dial Komodo with white date window (BGW9 lume) today! It was very difficult to pick between this and the white dial version. I gather most people's favorite is the white dial. It is very beautiful. I went with the black dial because I prefer the BGW9 lume. Also the chapter ring is lumed on the black dial. Helm dropped 200 units and they were sold out within 10 minutes! I feel very lucky. Thank you for introducing me to Helm watches!
Well after watching your reviews for Zelos I purchased a Hammerhead and a Swordfish and could not be more pleased. I have also enjoyed all your reviews for Helm but always struggled to get one! I contacted Helm asking due to current world events will the Komodo release still go ahead and to my surprise they got back to me saying they had one in stock! So I just 'dived' in and purchased it plus a bit cheeky asked if i could have the SS1 strap instead of the SS3 and they agreed. Just arrived in the post and can honestly say I could not be happier. Thank you for bringing this brand to my attention. Keep up the brilliant reviews,
Andy.
Totally agree with the fact that it really looks awkward when on a strap. Too much height. I was about to do the pre-order and found this video that confirms my suspicions. They have replaced the extension clasp with a more ergonomic clasp.
That polar dial is, excuse the pun, super cool! Love the combo of blue lume on a stark white dial.
The watch might benefit from a silicone strap similar to a Crafter Blue with fitted/molded/curved ends. The placement of the lugs does look odd, but I honestly wouldn't mind since I'd propably keep it on the lovely bracelet.
I love it, perfect for my large wrist, a brilliant piece to wear on casual Saturdays in shorts, a polo & some kicks.
That's a good looking dive watch. I'm loving the symmetry of the date at 6 (It's so obvious, the symmetry!). Colors are awesome; the icy blue lum on the white dial looks great. I would love to have one in my collection. It's a fun, spunky dive watch, something different in a sea of serious Rolex Submarine impressionists.
Hey just wanted to say I absolutely love your videos and whenever I see a new one I can't help but watch right away. I can't wait for your follow up review on this watch as I was one of the lucky few who was able to get one in this dial. Keep up the great videos!
Jody I've been looking at divers and I remembered how enthusiastic you were about the Helm models. I agree with your comments about the Komodo, plus I would prefer a slightly wider dia. case for a diver. So I'll try for one of the other models but the comments about availability make me think it's very difficult to pick one up. Helm talks about going to full production in early 2021 but if their runs are only 200 watches and they're selling to the world....well, it's difficult. Thank you as always for your vids and your candid appraisals. It helps buyers and prob also helps the watch makers.
Jody, just wanted to update you... got the new clasp and it’s a much better fit, plus it looks better.
Thanks for the tip.
Can I be the first to say, that I just missed out on the latest batch. I really want to get one for my old man. He’s a big old unit of a man, but hates anything over 40mm. He’d love this!
Another batch will be available in april
My new VanuatuTi has just shipped. It was a long wait but I'm sure the wait will be worth the end result.
On ya Jody! You bloody lucky so and so! Ha ha ha!!! Thanks for making the rest of us who missed our jealous. 😉👍
You are spot on again with this review, Jody. It's a beautiful watch and well built with all of the diver feature that we crave. However the dimensions are still off and that stainless bracelet and clasp is a failing of a pretty high magnitude.
One nice thing that I have learned from you regarding these micro bands is their ability to adjust more quickly to the demands of the market. Hopefully the boys at Helm will redo this model or create another soon that meets the more desired specs. Cheers
What's wrong with the clasp? I think it's neat
I stayed up till one o clock this morning to order mine, black with blue lume, and I'm glad I did as when I got up at nine they had all gone.
Another £250 lighter because of your channel and when DHL get here they will no doubt sting me for import duty lol.
I, of course, don't hold any of this against you. Interesting watches are hard to find and I thank you for your diligence. I will hold off buying any more for a while as 10 so far this year is probably too much, at least the Mrs thinks so.
Keep up the good work Sir.
Did you get hit with import duty in the end? And if so, how much?
Just pulled the trigger on this one. Thanks Jody
Never heard of Helm until this video. This watch looks really cool and the design is great. It’s a shame it’s sold out. Will keep an eye out for this one.
Hmmmmm....sold out......sold out.........sold out. Every watch on the site is sold out. I'm dying a slow death here.
Better watch here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/rossdavis/kraken-h2-premium-titanium-watch-without-the-retai?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=hamtun
@@BurntPlaydoh hmm, titanium is kind of a standout feature at this pricepoint
Yep, I know the feeling
did you put your email on their site? i did, got one telling me about the next release that ended like 3 days ago, got one watch now i wait....
I put the UTC time in my calendar then I just sat on the page refreshing until the "sold out" popped off then I quickly made an order. By the time I was done, they were all sold out.
Helm also has the option to fit a vanuatu style bracelet which is far better than the usual one. its awesome with the orange dial. the low lug hole problem can be sorted by helm if fitting a strap by having the end links built into the strap such as the Tudor pelagos does.
I got the black with the blue lume, we will see on the clasp. Sold my last one too big for 2x what I paid. So there are so many fans, really wanted a white dial, but sold out.
Another great review which once again gets down to the nitty-gritty detail which separates very good watches from the brilliant. I agree about the clasp and lug hole problems, and I also think the top-heavy look of this smaller watch could be solved by putting a less bulbous case back on it, perhaps made out of titanium for strength, to save 2-3mm off the height so it sits better on the wrist. Here's hoping Helm listen to your constructive comments and they make newer versions of this good tool dive watch truly brilliant.
Got lucky and scored one today. Now the long wait.
Not surprisingly, they are already sold out! Probably a bit too much watch for me anyway, but I really like the BGW9 black version. Thanks for the review!
Another great review, thanks for the tip on the smaller clasp option. The white one is nice but the black ones seems to have a bit of extra lume in the chapter ring which is cool.
I found out about this brand because of your past Helm reviews, the brand was always on my radar. I liked the prototype of the Komodo
and the Hamtun H2, and bought a preorder of the H2 which I canceled. First I don’t like Kickstarter, second I think they did a little “Bate and Switch” third didn’t want to wait for the watch for over 6 plus months. I was fast on the trigger for the Komodo and got the white version with an additional silver bezel. I have an 8” wrist so the heft and height are not my concern. Not a bracelet guy so I believe I made the right decision.
The look of the dial is what drew me to the watch, it’s different from all of my standard divers.
I was on the waiting list of about a year. And a couple of days ago was able to order one. Can´t wait to get my hands on the one.
More of these will be available in a month or two. The ore-order went in a couple of days,as is always the case, but I was able to get the bold orange for me and the classic black for my nephew. One note, they are more than happy to change to the jubilee style band at no cost, so make sure you ask when you order.
I like the low lug height. Makes the watch look like a dive compass. I’m getting the orange shortly.
Thank you Jody for your great work and effort putting this hands on so quickly. As I was fearing just from reading the dimensions there's something odd about this one. The looks are great, the ergonomics... Keep up the good work!
Watch arrived today, looks great thanks again for tip about the smaller clasp makes all the difference.
Clasp. One more perspective.
Some of us have bear paws as hands (with small wrists) and a normal clasp doesn’t open large enough to fit hand through. Sinns diver extension helps. I bet this long helm clasp will help too.
I am so not into divers atall. But. I followed your Casio Royale Mod tip. Got me some GooGone. Omg it smells so nice you want to clean the whole house with it. Did the mod. Really nice... Thx.
It would be great if another brand would come out with watches that look similar with similar specs.
You're doing something right Jody. 60 mins after you post your vid there are 1120 views. I've never heard of this watch but it's interesting. Cheers!
I received my white dial version today. Beautiful watch. I feel lucky to get one...they went SO fast! Not sure if stated here already, but Matt is now shipping these with the smaller FC1 clasp. ;)
Great review Jody. I put myself on the waiting list for one of these and I'm number 8404 in line so I have nearly 5 years to wait!
Helm is just so good. . .
I know not everyone has access to a high-end machine shop, but I'm thinking about adding a second set of lug holes for the rubber/ nylon straps. Time will tell...
You said "lume pig". I like.
14:30 "...just pushing the lug holes a little bit higher." Or giving you a second pair. Why not? Drilling a little added tooly funk on an already funky tooly watch wouldn't make it look worse, but more special and interesting. And yeah guys: save your money on those gimmicky clasps that would never extend around a drysuit anyway (on your non-helium safe dive watch "meant" for a recreational purpose that has simply been totally overtaken by the OG style of smartwatch called a *dive computer.*. Manufacture and send folks the real diver's clasps as added extras for any of the bracelets, as a $20 upgrade or $30 backup option for those rare guys who not only take real dive trips, but are actually gonna wear a real mech watch on one. But ship those watched all normal with the more desk--diver friendly clasp as the defacto option.
I love that dial! I'm a sucker for a clean, legible dial.
Got mine in Wednesday and agree on all points of your assessment, Jody. That clasp is a big eyesore. Also I have an issue with the screwed in pins... They tend to come out on mine. Yes, one popped out after a day of wearing it this morning and dropped my watch on the floor! It happened while at work, but I luckily had a small screwdriver to put it in again. However: another pin was about to come out early this evening. Of course I caught it before it did come out all the way as I was checking on the one that I tightened before. It was a different one. Nothing that some blue loctite can't fix. But a bit disappointing. So I agree with the criticism on the bracelet. It was a very big hassle putting it on, and once on, the clasp is way too big and its diver extension makes it uncomfortable to wear. Also the pins to operate the extension are sharp and uncomfortable to use. I also might have to resort to ordering the alternative FC1 clasp as I do love the rest of the looks of the bracelet....
Thanks to you I was able to snag one before they sold out! Thank you!! I have an idea for a possible fix with the rubber strap. Because of another of your videos, I went to the Crafter Blue website and noticed that the rubber strap for the seiko sumo is designed for a 20 mm lug. I think their design that extends past the lug bar to hug the case would fix the problem you pointed out.
I truly like the chunky clasp. Beautiful watch.
Just ordered my „Komodo“ 😃 can‘t wait to get my new diver in a couple of days 👍🏼 Cheers from 🇨🇭
Helm watches the best micro brand watch available. Steinhart is awesome also.
Thanks for the content .
Like the new transition effects.
I actually like the look of the low lugs with the rubber strap. Makes it look steam punk.
This honest reviews are why your videos are so well done. Thank you. The watch seems to be a well made watch.
Five years down the line and I've just got the call😂
You and me both, now do I actually buy it? It is a chunky monkey and I have a Vanuatu ti
@@MrBacchus18 I've been waiting a while so yeah, even though its a surprise, anyway I offered it to someone to review so I cant change my mind😂 Also only 40mm, its the smallest one they do and in the Polar dial and teal lume imho the prettiest, ans less than £300!
Just got back from my crazy weekend to the states only to find I picked the WRONG weekend!, as this beauty went on sale on Friday I believe. If I had been very quick I may have been lucky, although now I’m kinda glad I missed out. The word ‘chunky’ got used a fair amount in the video and the wrist shots confirm this. I wish my Vanuatu was thinner but it gets away with it been thick because the diameter is larger so suits it better.
All things considered it’s great but like wise Jody points out it’s just not there yet. Perhaps when they have refined it I will take another look at the mk2 (next batch) meantime I would settle with the the Hamtun with THAT gorgeous dial, as I love the design colourway and handset. Close, but no cigar!
Nice watch. I own the khuraburi and they really need a twin trigger release clasp and shred some weight which would make them a superb watch at the price.
I was hoping your review would appear before the watch went on sale. In its absence I bought one anyway (in white) now having seen your review I'm so glad I did. Can't wait for it to arrive now. Cheers.... 👍
I ordered mine already! I was sitting at the computer Friday evening waiting for it, glad I didn't fool around.
I know a guy on instragram who waited 7 months...
I've had mine a year now and at first I wasn't crazy about it after a while I put it jon the NATO and now I wear it at least a couple of days a week. I tried the bracelet with both clasps and the rubber and it wasn't really working for me until I got it on the NATO, now I love it!
The white and black/white versions sold out within the first hour on Friday. Regardless of quality, really not sure what to think if a watch "brand" that literally has watches in stock for only hours per year.
7 Aug 2019 ALL sold out still...Great review as always.
Great review! Love my Komodo and I agree, the bracelet clasp is massive, more than the width I don’t like the length of it! and a little uncomfortable so I am on the waiting list for the clasp without diver’s extension. I switch to a Nato strap but at the end went back to steel.
I was straight on their site for the white and.....SOLD OUT ...ill just have to wait...smashin lookin watch well done again sir..great review..hurry up and get yoooor one on ebay...😃
If a consumer would like a watch in this style and dimensions, they could find something similar within the Invicta catalog... I think micro brands get a lot of their ques from Invicta watches and Rolex...
Went on waiting list today so hoping that I can get the white version you reviewed as I don't have any white divers in my collection
The recent video about 25 microbrands got me here.
Looks really good. Shades of Orient Saturation Diver. Has awesome wrist presence. Great review.
its like wearing a bitter barrell strapped to your wrist ,if I may be so bold as to suggest so. great review as always
I tried getting one of these and they sold out in like 2-3 hours when i was out to dinner. Reached out to Helm to see about getting one after they were sold out and had no response from the company. I can only hope they do another run of these soon and that I'm not late to the party again.
It would be interesting to compare the Komodo to the Hamtun H2, don't you think?
Same same but very different. They look similar, same movement etc, but one is 120g, the other is 195g!! Different philosophies.
i do love your reviews! i will say that on my citizen blue angels watch that the lug holes are much higher making it almost impossible to use a non factory strap--there's no room between the spring bar and the case--even with a little filing (ugh) on the case--so this is the opposite problem. i'll take the helm "problem" any day. signed up with helm with little or no expectation of being contacted.
Thanks for the tip on the clasp, ordered one as soon as i saw the video to go with my Komodo, love the channel by the way.
I want one!!
Jody, your watch videos have become my favorite and I look forward to watching whenever I see you posted a new one. Keep it up man!
Whew! Thank God they're sold out!
Was really waiting to order one (black dial with white markers). Missed the release for about a few hours and the one I wanted was already sold out. Hmm... I am a bit intrigued by your review. Ended up ordering the Khuraburi and I must say I am very happy about it.
I was lucky to grab the Komodo White Dial! Waited at my computer until they went live @4pm PST.
Would love any one of these helms. It’s a pity I’ll probably never own one because they sell out like crazy.😩 it’s got to be one of the best looking quality made dive watches on the market and for the money apart from the import tax which I’d pay, a watch to die for. 😮
Hey Jody, I can't help but think about Deep Blue Watches when I see Helm watches. Similar build, similar specs, cheaper price (at least for some models, like the NATO Diver and the Master 1000 40mm. Especially with their constant 40% off coupon "DEEP"). I love mine, thought maybe you'd be interested. I'd say the one downside is less soul compared to Helm watches.
Curtis Xu 2 weeks ago I was trying to buy a Sea Quest 1500 but the communication with them was terrible and turned my interested off. I had to send several emails to get a response and they were pretty rude. In the other hand Helm has amazing customer service.
Hi Jody, Great video....Did you get the FC1 Clasp? It would be great to see the watch with the new clasp.
I bought one! I got the black dial with the blue lume and an orange rubber strap to go with it. 👌 😜 👍👍👍
Dario Cruz lucky you!
Same but got the blue rubber strap on mine lucky us!!!
Dam I missed out yesterday. They sold out very quickly. Oh well I’ll get one in August when they have there next release.
If you shine the buckle you can use as a mirror, nice date though.
Very nice watch for the money, makes my Seiko Turtle PADI automatic seem like a bit of a toy by comparison. Mind you, from a distance it does resemble a Seiko. Which is in fact what I thought it was initially, when looking at this video’s thumbnail. At least Seiko’s aren’t instantly sold out. That must be very frustrating for those interested in purchasing a watch from this brand.
I wonder if he'll fix the 2nd problem you mentioned. OR maybe has already...
please let me know...it HAS been a year since this video and he is always making more.
I bought a Invicta Pro Diver as a early 60th birthday present to my self ..I love it ....Just a stupid question ...How many winds does it take to wind a automatic up . Noticed that it runs 6 sec fast when wound up & slowly goes negative 6 eventually , when wound down . I`m guessing thats normal .
What a beautiful piece !
No!!!! All Sold Out! I have been eyeing their website for days! Why did I have to spend my day out instead of staying home and glue myself to my iPad? 😫
hm..... sweet but yeah...that clasp is way off. A mm thinner on the case would have been awesome as well. Like no dome, and a tiny bit more shaved off the steel case for a height of 14mm. Not really getting distortion anyway with so little dome. And it looks a little odd from the side like you said with that height and those lug pin holes. Otherwise I think it's an amazing watch. The black with robin's egg blue is definitely a little odd. Would have rather seen a dark blue dial with the subtlest of sunburst instead, as the third alternative. Here's hoping there's some good adjustments on the Kimono Diver 2! Mainly just the clasp, the height on a 40mm and those oddly drilled lugs. Well, if I'm being nit picky, I'd have preferred a small taper on the bracelet as well. It looks sexier and you could keep the clasp (and weight) even more manageable. Have to wonder if Matt has actually ever worn a 40mm watch. Sorry Matt, you do beautiful work....it just didn't quite land for me for 40mm esthetic. Nice review! thanks mate!
The bracelet reminds me of the Seiko monster bracelets
Hey Jody, the clasp probably serves as a counterweight to the watch "head"....
It's a beautiful piece, but what were they thinking putting that gigantic clasp on it?! They really should include the other clasp at no cost, since it's their screw up, or just call the factory and tell them to put the smaller clasp on the next batch.
If ya want one you can JOIN the waiting list...lol
Ha! Was waiting for this: just bought one (03AR2) as well mate (and a Khuraburi 02AR4)! And all but the 03AR2 are sold out right now! Cheers from Europe (watching F1, down under!)...
Tried to get one. Button tap too slow. Well at least I can keep watching the video. Thanks Jody