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Phoibos Apollo DlcvsVaer Atlas

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Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485
Atlas
VaerAtlas
MSRP $699

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo Dlc39mm
Atlas38mm
Power Reserve
Apollo Dlc40h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
Apollo Dlc200m
Atlas100m
MSRP
Apollo Dlc$485
Atlas$699

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$699

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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.

Vaer Atlas

The Vaer Atlas is widely praised as a versatile everyday watch, with its 100m water resistance and screw-down crown noted as key strengths. Owners appreciate the inclusion of both rubber and nylon straps. One owner found the orange dial color not precisely as expected. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Vaer Atlas a great value for its robust features and everyday wearability.

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