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Phoibos LeviathanvsZelos Nova 37

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Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $399
Nova 37
ZelosNova 37
MSRP $899

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Leviathan40mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Leviathan40h
Nova 3740h
Water Resistance
Leviathan200m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Leviathan$399
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
13mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
37mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Salmon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$899

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What people say

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Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Leviathan for its excellent value, superb case finishing, and generous lume. The watch is described as visually striking, legible, and well-made, with a unique case design, sapphire crystal, and a comfortable FKM strap or excellent bracelet with a milled clasp and quick adjustments. Some owners note the bezel's staggered jimping can cause fingers to slip, and the beveled crystal can distort the view of indices. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting losing 5-10 seconds per day without a winder, while others state it keeps accurate time out of the box. The watch is frequently described as heavy and thick, with some owners finding it too large for wrists smaller than 7.5 inches, although newer models feature an improved clasp for better comfort and functionality. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its striking design and impressive finishing at an accessible price point.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

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