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Phoibos Depth HuntervsCWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

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Depth Hunter
PhoibosDepth Hunter
MSRP $470
SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Depth Hunter40mm
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Power Reserve
Depth Hunter40h
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Water Resistance
Depth Hunter300m
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
MSRP
Depth Hunter$470
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
SBS 1987 Aged Special

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$470
$1,083

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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.

CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special for its rugged build and military heritage, with some finding its quality comparable to higher-end watches. A reviewer notes the 41mm PVD-coated watch features a bright SuperLuminova dial. One owner reports a bit of play in the 60-click bezel, present from new, alongside minor wear on the PVD coating and bezel insert. On balance, owners rate the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special highly for its rugged build and military heritage, despite some questioning its value at £700.

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