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Phoibos NarwhalvsLongines PRIMALUNA

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Narwhal
PhoibosNarwhal
MSRP $509
PRIMALUNA
LonginesPRIMALUNA
MSRP $1,950

At a glance

20 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Narwhal38mm
PRIMALUNA30mm
Power Reserve
Narwhal40h
PRIMALUNA40h
Water Resistance
Narwhal200m
PRIMALUNA30m
MSRP
Narwhal$509
PRIMALUNA$1,950

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
30mm
Thickness
11.5mm
8.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
37mm
Lug Width
20mm
7mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Both sides
Dial Color
Malachite
Blue
Indices
Applied
Diamond indexes

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
L257.2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$509
$1,950

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Longines PRIMALUNA

Owners widely praise the Longines PRIMALUNA for its attractive style and understated 26.5mm size, with some preferring the automatic for its craftsmanship and heirloom quality. The redesigned 34mm model features an automatic movement, date complication, and polished case design, available in steel or bi-metal with various dial and strap options. Accuracy averages a loss of 1.3 seconds per day across six positions, running 3-4 seconds slower on the wrist, which is within COSC standards. Prices range from EUR 2,850 to EUR 6,600. Overall, owners rate the Longines PRIMALUNA highly for its appealing design and reliable automatic movement.

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