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Sinn EZM 3FvsPhoibos Wave Master

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EZM 3F
SinnEZM 3F
MSRP $1,933
Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
MSRP $309

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
EZM 3F41mm
Wave Master42mm
Power Reserve
EZM 3F38h
Wave Master40h
Water Resistance
EZM 3F200m
Wave Master300m
MSRP
EZM 3F$1,933
Wave Master$309

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11.7mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
bead-blasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminescent
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Date, Pilot's Bezel
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,933
$309

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What people say

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Sinn EZM 3F

Owners widely praise the Sinn EZM 3F for its excellent legibility, robust bead-blasted build, and practical left-hand crown, with some noting its compact, slim wearability and smart appearance on a bracelet. One owner flags minor finishing imperfections and an awkward date window placement, and expresses a desire for tegimented scratch resistance. Overall, owners rate the Sinn EZM 3F highly for its practical mission timer design and compact wearability.

From video reviewers

The Sinn EZM 3F's Ar-Dehumidifying Technology for fogging prevention and temperature resistance is a key strength. Reviewers noted the bracelet lacked on-the-fly micro-adjustment and diver's extensions.

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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