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Phoibos Apollo DlcvsSternglas Taiga GMT

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Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485
Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo Dlc39mm
Taiga GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Apollo Dlc40h
Taiga GMT
Water Resistance
Apollo Dlc200m
Taiga GMT100m
MSRP
Apollo Dlc$485
Taiga GMT$237

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
7.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
52mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Ronda 505.24H
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$237

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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.

Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

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