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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsZelos Spearfish 3

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.7mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
La Joux-Perret G100

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$749

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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.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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