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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsPhoibos Apollo

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
Apollo200m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$460

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C001

The Ikepod Chronopod C001 is praised for its exceptional case finishing and unique, design-driven aesthetic, offering significant dial depth for its price. Owners find it comfortable despite its 44mm size, with one noting it as a welcome return for the brand. However, some question its value at $340, citing the quartz movement and non-Swiss manufacturing as drawbacks, and prototypes featured large date numerals that drew criticism. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C001 for its distinctive design and quality finishing at its price point, though value perception varies.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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