Vanuatu Press
VANUATU 300m Automatic
July, 2023
WATCHGECKO: “This watch is as near to being indestructible as you can get, and when the time comes to venture below the waves, it delivers 100%. Its ‘no-nonsense’ dial is crystal clear at any depth and delivers…” more
October, 2022
WATCHGECKO: “And that’s what the Vanuatu is–a pure tool watch. It oozes functionality and works hard to cultivate the look of a product that won’t let you down. But it is more than just clever aesthetics. HELM Watches really are rugged…” more
October, 2022
OVERLAND PROFESSIONAL: “It’s only when you get down to those small details that often go unnoticed that the Vanuatu stands head and shoulders above many other watches costing more than four times the price!” more
May, 2021
ESBJORN.COM video review
November, 2019
ZALTEK REVIEWS: “The HELM Vanuatu truly is an outstanding watch for the money! A truly phenomenal watch and one you should definitely try and get at the earliest opportunity…” more
May, 2018
JUST ONE MORE WATCH video review
April, 2018
LOADOUT ROOM: “Stick dial markers adorn the watch face backed by a matte black finish. Hands have great lume and are very legible in any lighting condition.” … (more)
February, 2018
JUST ONE MORE WATCH video review
December, 2017
MEDIUM: “A unique and formidable watch that is as striking as it is functional which altogether makes it perfect for everyday wear.” … (more)
July, 2017
TIME TRANSFORMED: “I was particularly impressed by the precision of the Helm Vanuatu and its Seiko NH35 automatic calibre.” … (more)
April, 2017
WATCH IT ALL ABOUT: “A chunky, well-made and highly finished tool watch…really, there’s nothing that can be said against it.” … (more)
April, 2017
WATCH IT ALL ABOUT video review
December, 2016
WORN & WOUND: “When you find something that is nicely designed and well-made, then you find out it’s also very affordable, it becomes sort of irresistible.” … (more)
December, 2016
WORN & WOUND video review:
October, 2016
PREVIEW IT | REVIEW IT: “The second production of the Vanuatu takes a high quality initial offering and makes it exceptional. HELM Watches is committed to excellence and, from all indications… (more)
August, 2016
JOHNNY’S SHOP video review:
August, 2016
TIME TO BLOG WATCHES: “I always hear across the watch groups and forums, ‘I’m looking for a daily beater, any suggestions?’ Well yes, I have a great suggestion, the Helm Vanuatu generation 2 is that watch.” … (more)
August, 2016
OCEANIC TIME: “…this time round HELM Watches have really gone to town on their diver to ensure that not only is it better, but that it is also more affordable than ever!” … (more)
March, 2016
PREVIEW IT | REVIEW IT: “In a world of Wearable Tech, the Vanuatu is instead a wearable reminder to make use of the time while it abides, to live your life through exploration and experience, rather than watch life pass you by.” … (more)
January, 2016
TIME TO BLOG WATCHES: “The dial is definitely a hit on the Vanuatu. It’s not over complicated or overcrowded and telling the time on the Vanuatu is easy in any lighting and pretty much every angle.” … (more)
January, 2016
WATCH FREEKS: “I’ve always been a sucker for thick, chunky cased diver―a tool diver. Well, the Vanuatu certainly fits the bill, with its thick proportions, angular case shape and deeply notched bezel. All of these attributes combined…” (more)
January, 2016
WATCH IT ALL ABOUT: “The details of the dial are subtle, almost phantom. This is a good thing, as it’s all dedicated to one thing – allowing the hands and hour markers to be as visible as possible.” … (more)
January, 2016
WATCH IT ALL ABOUT video review
October, 2015
OCEANIC TIME: “The Vanuatu watch…is pretty simple with a no nonsense rugged style. It’s quite German in that respect. You might recognize some of the design cues such as the simple block hands… (more)