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NOMOS Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 UpdatevsPhoibos Reef Master

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Reef Master
PhoibosReef Master
MSRP $335

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Metro neomatik 41 Update40.5mm
Reef Master42mm
Power Reserve
Metro neomatik 41 Update42 hoursh
Reef Master40h
Water Resistance
Metro neomatik 41 Update50m
Reef Master200m
MSRP
Metro neomatik 41 Update$5,290
Reef Master$335

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
9.1mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
Green
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
DUW 6101
SII NH38
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
40h
Jewels
42
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,290
$335

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 Update

The NOMOS Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 Update is lauded for its expanded 41mm case size, slim 9.1mm profile, and comfortable wearability, representing strong value at €3,500. Owners and reviewers highlight the technical innovation of the in-house DUW 6101 movement, featuring a unique, color-accented date complication and a robust quick-set mechanism. One owner reports exceptional accuracy, with less than 5 seconds deviation over two weeks, though they note a perceived susceptibility to magnetization. The 41mm size is seen as an improvement over previous Metro models that could wear small. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Metro neomatik 41 Update highly for its technical ingenuity and improved wearability at its price point.

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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