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Dryden PathfindervsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
SII NH34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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