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Phoibos VoyagervsGrand Seiko SBGH289

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Voyager
PhoibosVoyager
MSRP $299
SBGH289
Grand SeikoSBGH289
MSRP $7,700

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Voyager39mm
SBGH28943.8mm
Power Reserve
Voyager40h
SBGH28955h
Water Resistance
Voyager200m
SBGH289200m
MSRP
Voyager$299
SBGH289$7,700

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
43.8mm
Thickness
13.5mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
9S85
Power Reserve
40h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$7,700

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Phoibos Voyager

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Voyager for its attractive MOP dial and good overall finishing, along with its fun octopus logo. However, reviewers and owners alike note that the red lettering on the red date wheel is illegible, and one owner reports the 13.5mm thick case can be prone to accidental knocks. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Voyager highly for its attractive dial and finishing at the price point.

Grand Seiko SBGH289

The Grand Seiko SBGH289 is praised for its legible blue dial, strong Lumibrite, and the accurate Hi-Beat Caliber 9S85 movement. Reviewers note its bright initial lume glow, though its longevity is questioned compared to other models. The watch features Grand Seiko's Super-Hard Coating for scratch resistance and retails for €7,200. Overall, reviewers highlight the SBGH289's appealing aesthetics and robust movement as key strengths.

From video reviewers

Excellent finishing and smooth bezel action are notable features of the Grand Seiko SBGH289. A weakness of the watch is the relatively low lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on the watch's ideal lug width, with some considering 22mm a limitation for users who prefer a more standard 20mm or 21mm strap width, while others do not mention this as a concern.

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