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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsSpinnaker Hull Commander

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Hull Commander
SpinnakerHull Commander
MSRP $520

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Hull Commander42mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Hull Commander40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Hull Commander300m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Hull Commander$520

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$520

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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 Hull Commander

The Spinnaker Hull Commander is widely praised by owners for its excellent build quality and finishing relative to its sub-$200 price point. Some owners note that watches in the Hull line can be thick. One owner flags that the big date complication on the Chronograph variant is partially obscured by the chronograph hand, and the included leather strap is unsuitable for a 100M water-resistant watch. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Commander highly for its exceptional value and robust construction at its price.

From video reviewers

The unique, naturally patterned dial is a significant aesthetic draw. The 42mm case diameter and 50mm lug-to-lug measurement may be large for smaller wrists.

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