I have for sale a Helm Vanuatu in mint condition. Watch was received a few weeks ago has been worn twice around the house. I have changed the nylon strap to a different one to test if it made any difference. It didn't. I love the watch and - continue - to hate the size of my wrist. I wouldn't say that the Vanuatu wears large, but less will make me look as an appendage to a watch - not cool. From what I can tell, the watch is spotless. The box, which is nothing more than fancy cardboard and paper, has a slightly worn look to it an arrived that way, as did my previous Helm. This is the best bang for the buck in the watch world, but I will have to wait until my name finally comes up for the smaller Komodo. Meanwhile, you can purchase this Vanuatu at cost without the wait. Please add fees if you choose PayPal.

From the HELM website

Named for the South Pacific island nation famous for its coral reefs and a WWII shipwreck, the HELM Vanuatu epitomizes rugged functionality. Featuring a 316L stainless steel case and chunky bracelet, automatic movement, screw-down caseback and crown, sapphire crystal, unidirectional bezel, highly legible dial with bright luminous output and a 300 meter depth rating, the ISO 6425 compliant Vanuatu will go as long and as far as you do―above or below the waves. A tool watch through and through, the Vanuatu is the perfect beater watch for your everyday (or far away) adventures.

Available with your choice of black or white date wheel, the Vanuatu also includes the NS1 Nylon Strap―an excellent option in the water and a casual, lighter weight alternative to the stainless bracelet. And with a standard 22mm lug width, the Vanuatu can be dressed up or down with limitless aftermarket straps, including our own NS2 and NS3 nylon straps, LS1 and LS2 leather straps, CS1 canvas strap, RS1 and RS2 rubber straps and the SS2 and SS3 stainless bracelets.

SPECIFICATIONS:

WHAT YOU GET:

• Vanuatu 300m Automatic Watch
• SS1 Stainless Steel Bracelet w/FC1 Clasp
• One NS1 Nylon Strap (choice of 6 colors)

CASE:

• Brushed 316L Stainless Steel
• Integrated Crown Guards
• Screw Down Caseback
• Diameter (12H to 6H): 42 mm
• Diameter (9H to 3H, with crown): 46 mm
• Lug to Lug: 50 mm
• Lug Width: 22 mm
• Height: 14 mm

CROWN:

• Brushed 316L Stainless Steel
• Screw Down
• Location: 3 o'clock
• Diameter: 8 mm

MOVEMENT:

• Seiko Instruments NH35 (Automatic Mechanical)
• Hacking and Manual Winding Functions
• Accuracy: -20 ~ +40 seconds/day
• Beats Per Hour: 21,600
• 24 Jewels
• Power Reserve: 40 Hours

DIAL & HANDS:

• Dial: Matte Black with Luminescent Hour Markers (Super-LumiNova BGW9 + Dark Orange)
• Hands: Luminescent Hour, Minute & Second Hands (Super-LumiNova BGW9)
• Date Window: 6 o'clock

BEZEL:

• 316L Stainless Steel
• 120-Click, Unidirectional Rotation
• Diameter: 43 mm
• Removable / Interchangeable: Yes
• Insert: Stainless Steel with Black PVD Coating and White Markings

CRYSTAL:

• Flat Sapphire with Internal Colorless Anti-Reflective Coating

BAND:

• Stainless Steel Bracelet and FC1 Clasp with Brushed Finish (22 mm Bracelet Tapers to 20 mm at Clasp)

Maximum Length: 190 mm / 7.5" (alone)
235 mm / 9.25" (on watch)
Minimum Length: 115 mm / 4.5" (alone)
155 mm / 6.125" (on watch)

• NS1 Nylon Strap with Stainless Steel Buckle and Keeper Rings

WATER RESISTANCE:

• 300 m / 30 atm / 990 ft
• Tested in accordance with ISO 6425:2018

WEIGHT:

• With Stainless Bracelet (at full length): 235 grams
• With NS1 Nylon Strap: 120 grams

ACCESSORIES:

• None