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Phoibos Apollo DlcvsPraesidus Desert Field

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Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485
Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo Dlc39mm
Desert Field34mm
Power Reserve
Apollo Dlc40h
Desert Field40h
Water Resistance
Apollo Dlc200m
Desert Field50m
MSRP
Apollo Dlc$485
Desert Field$195

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
34mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Red
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Ronda 515
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$195

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What people say

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Phoibos Apollo Dlc

The Phoibos Apollo Dlc is lauded for its lightweight, scratch-resistant titanium case and unique granular black dial texture. Owners praise its comfortable 41mm x 48mm x 12.5mm dimensions and exceptional lume performance. However, the rocket-shaped hands are noted as making time-telling difficult in low light, and the non-tapering bracelet is a drawback for some. Some users question its value proposition, with one noting that a tourbillon can be found at the same price point as an NH35-powered Phoibos. Overall, owners appreciate the Phoibos Apollo Dlc for its distinctive design and comfortable titanium build, despite some functional and value concerns.

Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

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