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Phoibos Apollo DlcvsStudio Underd0g Desert Sky (Gen3)

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Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485
Desert Sky (Gen3)
Studio Underd0gDesert Sky (Gen3)
MSRP $550

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo Dlc39mm
Desert Sky (Gen3)38.5mm
Power Reserve
Apollo Dlc40h
Desert Sky (Gen3)40h
Water Resistance
Apollo Dlc200m
Desert Sky (Gen3)
MSRP
Apollo Dlc$485
Desert Sky (Gen3)$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$550

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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.

Studio Underd0g Desert Sky (Gen3)

Owners widely praise the Studio Underd0g Desert Sky (Gen3) for its vibrant blue dial that exhibits depth and liveliness under varying light, its fun and creative design, and its value as a mechanical chronograph. The Seagull 1901 movement provides column-wheel chronograph functionality, with one owner reporting accuracy around +6 seconds per day and satisfying chronograph pusher feel. However, the watch is criticized for a highly reflective, overly domed crystal and weak lume. Some owners find the 13.6mm thickness to be substantial. On balance, owners rate the Studio Underd0g Desert Sky (Gen3) highly for its engaging dial and value proposition as a mechanical chronograph.

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