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Phoibos VoyagervsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Voyager
PhoibosVoyager
MSRP $299
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Voyager39mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Voyager40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Voyager200m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Voyager$299
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
13.5mm
10mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$428

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What people say

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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.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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