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Boldr Globetrotter GMTvsPhoibos Reef Master

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Globetrotter GMT
BoldrGlobetrotter GMT
MSRP $469
Reef Master
PhoibosReef Master
MSRP $335

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Globetrotter GMT40mm
Reef Master42mm
Power Reserve
Globetrotter GMT40h
Reef Master40h
Water Resistance
Globetrotter GMT200m
Reef Master200m
MSRP
Globetrotter GMT$469
Reef Master$335

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
GMT Banff
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34 GMT
SII NH38

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$335

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What people say

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Boldr Globetrotter GMT

The Boldr Globetrotter GMT is praised for its legibility and finishing, featuring applied Super-LumiNova indices and sword hands on a matte black or sunburst blue dial. Reviewers highlight the ceramic bezel's sharp city markings and tight, smooth ratcheting action. The 44mm 316L stainless steel case exhibits a non-traditional design with radial and vertical brushing.

Phoibos Reef Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Reef Master for its exceptional value, highlighting its sapphire crystal, DLC coating, and extensive BGW9 lume. The watch is noted for its cool lume, with one owner finding it not bulky despite its robust build. The Shamrock Green dial and texture are highly praised, as is the comfortable bracelet with solid end links. However, the bezel action is described as rough, and the basic folding clasp is a disappointment. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner seeing +-2 sec/day. Some find the 42mm size almost too big for their wrists, and the date window is considered too small. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Reef Master highly for its impressive feature set and value at its price point.

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