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HELM KhuraburivsPhoibos Kraken

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Khuraburi
HELMKhuraburi
MSRP $310
Kraken
PhoibosKraken
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khuraburi42mm
Kraken40mm
Power Reserve
Khuraburi40h
Kraken40h
Water Resistance
Khuraburi300m
Kraken200m
MSRP
Khuraburi$310
Kraken$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
16mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$310
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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HELM Khuraburi

Owners widely report the HELM Khuraburi is liked, with one owner noting it arrived in perfect condition. Some owners find the HELM Khuraburi to be on the large side. On balance, owners rate the HELM Khuraburi positively for its condition and general appeal, despite some finding it large.

From video reviewers

The HELM Khuraburi offers a rugged, solid build for its price point. Availability is a significant drawback, with the watch being difficult to acquire due to infrequent stock.

Phoibos Kraken

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Kraken for its excellent lume, dial production, and the thinness of its Miyota 9015 movement, all at a sub-$500 price point. Specific positive mentions include the case and bracelet finishing, with one owner calling the bracelet excellent. The 40mm size is considered ideal by some. However, some owners find the crown guard execution awkward, and the hands have been described as resembling "veiny penises." There is also a concern that the dial's appearance in natural light might not achieve the desired color-shifting, smoky metallic effect. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Kraken highly for its impressive dial and finishing at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's attractive price point and retro styling are consistently praised. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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