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Phoibos Reef MastervsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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Reef Master
PhoibosReef Master
MSRP $335
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef Master42mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
Reef Master40h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
Reef Master200m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
Reef Master$335
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
Dial Color
Green
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH38
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$335
$980

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Phoibos Reef Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Reef Master for its exceptional value, highlighting its sapphire crystal, DLC coating, and extensive BGW9 lume. The watch is noted for its cool lume, with one owner finding it not bulky despite its robust build. The Shamrock Green dial and texture are highly praised, as is the comfortable bracelet with solid end links. However, the bezel action is described as rough, and the basic folding clasp is a disappointment. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner seeing +-2 sec/day. Some find the 42mm size almost too big for their wrists, and the date window is considered too small. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Reef Master highly for its impressive feature set and value at its price point.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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