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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
9F82
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$3,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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