Helm Komodo…Here’s what you need to know!

In this video I review all four Komodo Dive Watches and I now need your help to decide which of these watches to giveaway in an upcoming giveaway.
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[@ElijsDima]

The orange one is probably the most fun of these, and most in line with the upcoming summer vibes... so that one! That said if the orange is more of a keeper for you, then the black dial one also looks nice in a classic kinda way.

[@petethegreek9864]

The orange one would look so good on a black rubber strap.. That’s how I like my watches thick and chunky and heavier the better..

[@CanadianBeachcomber]

Let’s walk on the wild side and give away the orange dial.

[@felo6035]

I own all 4 models in stainless steel and absolutely love them all. In my opinion Helm makes outstanding divers, true divers btw, at tremendous value for money.

[@WLVFX]

The black dial with blue lume and on the stainless steel bracelet is the one I would go for. It has such a unique look with the blue lume on a black dial.

[@junehur2107]

The while dial with blue hands and indices is gorgeous

[@reecelieber5709]

Honestly I would take any of them, but that Komodo was just stunning. So that’s what I would pick

[@user-gf7nb1qy4e]

First one is absolutely the best - a classic. It's no wonder there is a waiting list.

[@bogrot69]

I've had my Vanuatu for three or four years and it's held up very well. I'ts easy to see why they are such a popular brand.

[@JoseLopez-fc7bk]

I think the best looking of these four is the Komodo with the combination of white dial and black bezel.

[@aSlimtube]

Nice review. Glad to see them up close.

[@AlexanderB.]

After being on the waitlist I purchased the exact same watch a while ago. The stubbiness of the case was part of why I made this decision. You'd expect these light blue indices to glow blue, so it's quite surprising that they glow green.

[@sak_west]

Honestly, the bracelet Komodo, nice and black with those orange accents - now that's what I'd want on my wrist

[@TheSerbianG]

Im currently wearing my Helm Vanuatu and I absolutely love it! Took me 3 years of trying because they sold out immediately.

[@HannesPiffrader]

Hi Gary - again thank you for all the work, information and your generousity! the orange dial would be a great giveaway - the stubby form factor of the watch and the orange color emphasize the sporty character of this watch

[@umerasim7465]

My favorite of all of these is the black dial with white Lume on the hands and markers. Great video BTW.

[@nickjohnson217]

They are all amazing looking watches but my choice out of the four is the black and baby blue lime on the bracelet, the bracelet end link is so well intergrated and contoured to the case. All of them are good looking pieces that I’d happily wear.

[@martinmanzi1830]

The orange have a touch for summer vibes for sure! The first one...well bracelet is always a plus

[@StarLiving721]

what or orange for sure! a bit chunky but seems manageable

[@andrewd7586]

Gary I’ve got 2 Helm models. One the Khuraburi, orange/blue, my first I bought. Then the Komodo black dial. I wholeheartedly agree about the weight. I put one on a nato, the other on a rubber strap. Made all the difference! Worth the money & worth the wait.😎👍🏼

[@adil83]

Love the rounded date complication at the 6 o clock. I like all of them, especially the one with the black dial komodo

[@ahha6304]

as a Thai person I would choose to keep Khuraburi

[@blacktoothstavros2606]

It's the orange for me, followed by the white dial. Thanks for the options, Gary.

[@bocosb]

I do like the orange one, a bold color fits the chunky design more - if u go overboard go all the way. The white one is a close second

[@mikerosenberg8585]

Love the white and orange dials; thanks for the review Gary!

[@vengavados]

I would go with the white one. It's just gorgeous.

[@steveelkington1720]

Has to be the Orange for me, Great looking colour combo although if it's going to be a give a way you'd be somewhat churlish to complain that you didn't win the colour you prefer as any of them would be a great, Helm do make good looking quality watches.

[@murph8411]

The black is quite nice with the Orange minute hand. I do like the Orange date wheel though. Thanks again for another giveaway Gary.

[@kylesalisbury6789]

After three years on the waiting list for one of the other models, I also bought when I finally got the email. I had already bought one on eBay prior since I was not sure I had it in me to wait an unknown amount of time. When it arrived, the watch was identical to the used one I bought except for the crystal which seemed thinner and did not reflect blue at all. It almost did not even look there from some angles. Which I know is an upgrade, but I actually like the old chunky look with some blue kicking off. I sold the new model on eBay and it sold in 3 days. I love the watch and the brand, and I planned on keeping this one as part of my KZbin love watch sets. But given how fast they sell, it just sits in a watch box and my collection is pushing past 150... It might be time to sell my last Helm. Love the review and these all look great. For the money these watches are great! With that said, if you can afford this watch odds are you can save up and buy into another tier, even if it's used and I feel have a better long-term piece. I could be wrong; the value seems to hold, and sticking power could be on their side. If KZbin is here in 20 years, would love to revisit this post and see how it makes me look.

[@RexRoman0rum]

I'm enamored with the white dial version. Going to get on the wait list for sure.

[@irishwatchenthusiast6647]

Love my white-dialled Komodo. I agree wholeheartedly that it is too heavy on the bracelet for everyday wear - I bought a Helm orange resin strap and it makes the watch much more of an everyday proposition. It's also a great colour combination, and I'd be comfortable wearing it in this configuration in water.

[@henrypesky6746]

Agree. Orange for me.

[@AdAce21]

4:43 this is definitely the one I'd choose. Fantastic color scheme (it reminds me quite a bit of the seiko SPB313J1) and the crosshair detail on the dial!!

[@markstanton63]

It's such a cool watch ... Got the white dial with the fully stainless steel bezel ... There's something about the white with baby blue that just works so well .... Best lume I've ever seen on a watch too

[@shanephillips8735]

I have the white dial version and love it, I wear it on the orange fkm helm strap which is very comfortable

[@Buck380]

Great review and close-ups Gary, can’t wait for the white one to show up in the post.

[@franciscomoliner1296]

Would go for the orange Gary. Chunky but good finishing. Regards

[@blabot]

Date inside the round lume marker is fantastic, I didn’t even notice it at first.

[@marcgoulding5230]

Really dig the date at 6 o'clock - particularly in round. Maybe too flamboyant, but for me it's the orange. I'd probably contrast the dial with a darker (grey or black) strap. Then again, the white/cream dial is lovely. I just can't settle because they're all really cool.

[@pedropaula]

The orange one is amazing!!! I loved it!

[@giannispsichountakis6073]

All colours variations are nice! Always nice to share! 🎉

[@jeffnewton3048]

The orange color is amazing for a dive watch.

[@Spaealien]

Hard choice between the white and orange!

[@robertevans214]

Great review and I think the black dial looks great!

[@jeroennishikigoi1164]

I would defenitly go for the white dail. Stunning watch!

[@xarnoldx10]

I really like all of them. My favorite out of the bunch are the white and orange dial.

[@PikeRoadFan]

I’m definitely a fan of the orange one…a wonderful color to have to wear on occasion but difficult to purchase early on when building a collection as it would be a situational piece

[@Osamaiqbalchangi]

Komodo for sure is the one that stands out to me. Great content as always.

[@paulelliott7493]

I would say the black dial is prime give away....the orange is fun for the occasional sunny day, but the black goes with anything, anytime.

[@briansutherland5919]

Nice. No particular favourite, but the orange is a bit of a bold look for a prize!

[@felipeceballos1114]

Both baby blue lumed watches look amazing, Helm has done a very nice jobs recently

[@watch-box]

The Komodo has always been the Helm that I wanted more than the others, the orange one seems the best pick (especially coming up to summer) Thank you for the chance in another great giveaway For anyone not on Garys patreon, there is a monthly competition for a giveaway - and his subscription is amongst the least expensive!

[@achelin151]

Absolutely love the white on baby blue variant! Wow! 🎉

[@mikebeecham]

I've only just come across Helm, and put my name on the waiting list for the Komodo and, goodness me....8000 and something in the waiting list. Typical! I have money to burn and no way to spend it on a cool looking Diver. Also...just discovered your channel...great content! Between you a Jody I'm going to lose even more money!! I would definitely give away the white Komodo....that's just a gorgeous watch.

[@Pepin156]

The white dial version is just phenomenal!

[@sabreson2551]

I would choose either the white or orange to mix it up.

[@younusimam-thesalamproject6340]

Love the white Komodo, the first microbrand I fell in love with. Thank you for the comparison with the Miyako, that's the one I have

[@cliffhaylett8428]

The orange one looks really good!

[@joshkrome6730]

Love the comodo, hard to pick against the white and black variants!

[@louise_8546]

I really like the white dial / powder blue indices version, as it's that bit more unusual. Nice for summer :)

[@Sakellkon]

The white one would me my choice as is the one most differentiated.

[@juniorjohnson5961]

I'm kinda glad i passed they look a bit chunky for my 6,75 in wrist .

[@kobusvanrensburg4092]

I'd vote Black Komodo. I use an Ecozilla as my primary backup for my dive computer, so weight shouldn't be a factor for someone that intends to use it for diving. The majority would however not want a lump strapped to their wrist.

[@davidstokes5444]

Without a doubt, the orange one please Gary. Another super giveaway offer for your subscribers, fantastic.

[@Dadication3]

Orange dial looks sweet.

[@arjenspoor6775]

I own 2 Helm watches. They are amazing value for money.

[@ManuelGomez-rr7vf]

The White Dial Version. Definitely, My Favorite.

[@philadelphiabornandraised]

The easy answer is the clean white dial would be amazing for anyone . I'd give the orange away since that's probably a color most wouldn't buy themselves but will enjoy it once they have it

[@nearly-blindbrian8372]

My Helm Vanuatu Titanium is my every day watch.. I love it.. waited almost two years to get ne. Am n the waiting list for a Khuraburi now

[@TheBigTezz]

Was always a steel bracelet guy, but these watches come alive with matching rubber straps. Seriously MUAH!

[@doubletrouble6718]

The orange dial is stunning

[@stavros_katsopr]

I'd say white would be my pick too... Cheers Gary, be well mate.

[@markj5049]

All 4 watches look great but I would definitely have to go with the orange dial. I’m in to fitness and that would accent so many occasions.

[@vetrock77]

I really liked the orange and the black with baby blue lume

[@wayneganiko7633]

I dig any of the black dial ones!

[@matthewbessey681]

The white and orange dials look amazing. I’ve been thinking of putting my name down for the Vanuatu titanium for some time.

[@ChrisM752]

I’d pick the white dial and then the orange would be my second choice. All nice watches👍

[@louis111]

Very nice watches. My choice would be the black one on the metal bracelet.

[@rickredmanwallart1766]

Really like that Orange one - think a black or orange silicone strap would work on that too

[@LTC_Tiger]

My vote would be for the white dial version.

[@ogramail]

Great review Gary! Let's pick the komodo

[@ABCD898ful]

The orange dial is stunning. That is the one I would love to see in a giveaway. It looks great on the orange strap.

[@1954Antony]

Like them all. Assuming the white dial one is going I'd probably say orange as it's something different, but I like them all.

[@Monkey-gt.official]

The orange one with a steel bracelet. Very cool 👌

[@alejandrocerezo8399]

Maybe a bit thick, but feels rugged and toolish in a good way. If I were to pick, I'd choose the white one in a heartbeat, but otherwise I like the black ones, probably the one with blue accents. Also, I like how they incorporated the date window.

[@mal2671]

black dial and baby blue lume is beautiful

[@John-fy7hx]

The white dial is a beauty

[@jonathanoehlert5672]

I would wear the white or orange.

[@luist.1919]

The orange one would be a great giveaway. I’m sure that would be a favorite. Great review!

[@roycedayton5364]

Thank you for an in depth fantastic review!! ……love the white dial absolutely fantastic These watches are awesome

[@losangeles9320]

Helm are quality and a fav micro-brand. Wish them all the best 👍

[@Manav.]

You can choose anyone... Honestly, all look great! My choice would be the orange one! It gives the Seiko Srpd59k1 vibe

[@johnmillard8082]

The white dial,really gives watche some punch

[@hillogical]

They're all quiet nice, but I'm not sure I'd go on a wait-list for one. That white dial is great. If he buys that one, I'm sure he'll enjoy it!

[@Conaire_Mc]

They are beasts but I reckon I could pull it off. I am torn between the white dial and the super loud orange version.

[@Nick.Fontana]

The orange or the black dial with the quail egg blue lume plots on bracelet is what I'd choose!

[@ulysses14101966]

i'll go, without any doubt, for the first one showed! thank again for the great giveaways, as well for your amazing videos!

[@szabopepper]

I'm definitely into the first version

[@sciguyfragz1616]

I have the vanuatu and it's an amazing watch worth the 2 year wait. Maybe I'll hit the KHURABURI at some point that would be the I'm most interested in after the vanuatu.

[@Taylod1]

Not a fan of the chunky case size, I get it’s a diver watch but I’ve come to understand I prefer watches in the 10mm in thickness. Thanks Gary