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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsSpinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Bradner Pearl Diver
SpinnakerBradner Pearl Diver
MSRP $370

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Bradner Pearl Diver42mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Bradner Pearl Diver40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Bradner Pearl Diver180m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Bradner Pearl Diver$370

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
180m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$370

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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.

Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

The Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver is noted by owners as large on smaller wrists, with a 50mm lug-to-lug and 15mm height being a concern, though some find it acceptable with specific strap choices. Opinions on finishing quality vary, with one owner reporting issues like a poorly seated bezel and crooked indices. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver with mixed reviews regarding its size and finishing.

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