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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsLongines HYDROCONQUEST

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
HYDROCONQUEST
LonginesHYDROCONQUEST
MSRP $2,350

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
HYDROCONQUEST39mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
HYDROCONQUEST40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
HYDROCONQUEST300m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
HYDROCONQUEST$2,350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.1mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
L888.5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$2,350

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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.

Longines HYDROCONQUEST

Owners widely praise the Longines HydroConquest's dial and finishing, with one owner finding it superior to a Rolex Submariner. The movement is noted as well-regulated, losing about 2 seconds per day. The watch is considered a versatile everyday or business-casual option, offering good value. However, owners criticize the bracelet for lacking tool-less micro-adjustment and describe winding the crown as a nuisance. Some in the line report tiny GMT markers that are difficult to read and the absence of a quick date adjust feature. Overall, owners rate the Longines HydroConquest highly for its finishing and value.

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