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Boschett Timepieces Cave DwellervsPhoibos Wave Master

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Cave Dweller
Boschett TimepiecesCave Dweller
MSRP $750
Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
MSRP $309

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Cave Dweller44mm
Wave Master42mm
Power Reserve
Cave Dweller40h
Wave Master40h
Water Resistance
Cave Dweller1,000m
Wave Master300m
MSRP
Cave Dweller$750
Wave Master$309

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
16.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.5mm
Water Resistance
1000m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Superluminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW-200
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$750
$309

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Boschett Timepieces Cave Dweller

Owners praise the Boschett Cave Dweller's rugged look, versatility, and reliable performance, with one owner noting its appeal due to limited production. A reviewer flags non-drilled lugs as frustrating and criticizes the bezel grip, while also noting average blue lume performance and a small date window. Overall, owners value the Boschett Cave Dweller for its robust design and dependable functionality, with specific features like the practical clasp being a highlight for some.

Phoibos Wave Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Wave Master for its attractive wavy dial, bright lume, and comfortable engineer bracelet, with many considering it one of the best-looking watches under $300. The watch features a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel, and owners report good quality for the price, with a subtle wave pattern on the dial appreciated for its unique style. While some minor finishing flaws like slightly crooked hour markers or an off-center outer ring have been noted, these are generally considered not visible during wear. One owner experienced a clasp breakage after four years, but Phoibos replaced it free of charge. Some owners wish the watch were larger than 40mm, and one notes the GMT hand and other details may not hold up under extreme close-ups. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master highly for its distinctive dial and value, especially considering its build quality and features.

From video reviewers

The unidirectional ceramic bezel action is praised. The lume brightness is noted as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the water resistance rating, with some stating 300M and others 200M.

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