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Phoibos ApollovsZelos Blacktip 41

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460
Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo39mm
Blacktip 4141mm
Power Reserve
Apollo40h
Blacktip 4140h
Water Resistance
Apollo200m
Blacktip 41200m
MSRP
Apollo$460
Blacktip 41$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$460
$499

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What people say

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Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

Zelos Blacktip 41

The Zelos Blacktip 41 is widely praised for its exceptional quality and value, featuring a titanium case, sapphire crystal, and a reliable Miyota 9015 movement. Owners and reviewers highlight its well-proportioned 41mm case with strong ergonomics, a 47.5mm lug-to-lug, and a 11.5mm thickness, making it a comfortable diver for many. The watch boasts eye-catching dials with grained textures and degrade effects, complemented by large applied indices, a lume-filled crown, and strong two-tone lume. The bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. The Miyota 9015 movement provides near-COSC accuracy and a 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Blacktip 41 highly for its superb value and well-executed dive watch features at its price point.

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