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Maen Lunar Classic 36vsPhoibos Depth Hunter

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Lunar Classic 36
MaenLunar Classic 36
MSRP $1,271
Depth Hunter
PhoibosDepth Hunter
MSRP $470
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Maen Lunar Classic 36

The Maen Lunar Classic 36 is lauded for its attractive salmon dial with radial brushing and its appealing moonphase complication, complemented by a brick bracelet praised for its drape and case integration. Reviewers note the watch's vintage-inspired styling and elegant dial. One reviewer, however, would prefer the omission of lume for a cleaner look, while another would opt for white lume over faux patina and suggests removing the crosshairs from the moonphase sub-dial. The watch is powered by a Sellita SW280-1 movement and was available for pre-order starting at €1,049. Overall, reviewers appreciate the Maen Lunar Classic 36 for its stylish design and well-executed detailing, particularly the dial and bracelet.

Phoibos Depth Hunter

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter for its surprisingly slim 300m diver case and unique, summery design. One owner highlights its solid build, well-made bracelet with toolless microadjust, great finishing for the price, attractive color palette, long-lasting lume, sharp case lines, and accuracy of +5-7 seconds per day. However, some find the case and dial do not match well, and the lume is disappointing, while others dislike the "popsicle stick" hands. The aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, with some preferring alternative designs. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter highly for its slim profile and distinctive design at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lunar Classic 3636mm
Depth Hunter40mm
Power Reserve
Lunar Classic 3640h
Depth Hunter40h
Water Resistance
Lunar Classic 3650m
Depth Hunter300m
MSRP
Lunar Classic 36$1,271
Depth Hunter$470

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
9.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
M7.1.1
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW280-1
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,271
$470
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