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Phoibos NarwhalvsPhoibos Sea Nymph

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Narwhal
PhoibosNarwhal
MSRP $509
Sea Nymph
PhoibosSea Nymph
MSRP $240

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Narwhal38mm
Sea Nymph36mm
Power Reserve
Narwhal40h
Sea Nymph40h
Water Resistance
Narwhal200m
Sea Nymph300m
MSRP
Narwhal$509
Sea Nymph$240

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
11.5mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Malachite
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
SWISS RONDA 705
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$509
$240

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What people say

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Phoibos Narwhal

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Narwhal's 38mm size and slim 11.5mm height for a 200m diver, noting it wears well on smaller wrists and its case shape resembles an integrated bracelet. The aventurine and Howlite dials are described as captivating, and some appreciate the contrast finishing and retro looks. However, some owners criticize misaligned markers and a tilted date window, with one owner finding the hands thick and popsicle-style. The value proposition is debated, with some finding it a good buy at $390 but others considering $480-$490 too much due to a slabby design and difficult-to-size bracelet. On balance, owners find the Phoibos Narwhal appealing for its design and wearability, though quality control and pricing are points of contention for some.

From video reviewers

The unique stone dial is a significant strength. The bracelet's refinement is a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the dial's appeal, with one highlighting its sunburst effect and applied indices, while another focuses on the natural stone variation.

Phoibos Sea Nymph

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Sea Nymph's unique mother-of-pearl dial and distinctive bezel styling, with some finding it a good fit for smaller wrists. The 36mm case size is considered unisex, though some owners find it too small for larger wrists, while others enjoy it as a summer watch. The consensus is that the Phoibos Sea Nymph is a fun, visually interesting watch, with its polarizing bezel design being a key talking point.

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