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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsSeiko Baby Alpinist

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Baby Alpinist
SeikoBaby Alpinist
MSRP $725

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Baby Alpinist38mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Baby Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Baby Alpinist200m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Baby Alpinist$725

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.9mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
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
$725

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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 Baby Alpinist

Seiko Prospex Land owners widely praise its comfortable, sub-12mm cushion case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, and its sharp, attractive appearance featuring outstanding brushing and applied indices. Reviewers note its legible dial, solid movement, and 100m water resistance at a fair price, with some owners appreciating its unique combination of features. However, the stock strap is consistently described as stiff and uncomfortable, and one owner would prefer a numbered bezel over cardinal directions. Accuracy is reported around -10 seconds per day, and the internal rotating bezel's action is considered good for the price but not as refined as higher-end models. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Land highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's bezel action is smooth and precise. The watch's lume is somewhat lacking, with the hour markers not being as bright as they'd like. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size, with some preferring 38mm and others 41.4mm.

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