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Phoibos Depth HuntervsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Depth Hunter
PhoibosDepth Hunter
MSRP $470
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100
What people say

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Phoibos Depth Hunter

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter for its surprisingly slim 300m diver case and unique, summery design. One owner highlights its solid build, well-made bracelet with toolless microadjust, great finishing for the price, attractive color palette, long-lasting lume, sharp case lines, and accuracy of +5-7 seconds per day. However, some find the case and dial do not match well, and the lume is disappointing, while others dislike the "popsicle stick" hands. The aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, with some preferring alternative designs. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter highly for its slim profile and distinctive design at its price point.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Depth Hunter40mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Depth Hunter40h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Depth Hunter300m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Depth Hunter$470
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
11mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
48.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
9S66
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$470
$6,100
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