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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsSeiko Alpinist

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Alpinist
SeikoAlpinist
MSRP $750

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Alpinist39.5mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Alpinist200m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Alpinist$750

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Thickness
12.7mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.4mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
6R35
Power Reserve
40h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$750

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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.

Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

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