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Phoibos Wave MastervsSeiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition

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Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
MSRP $309

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master42mm
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition40mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master40h
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition72h
Water Resistance
Wave Master300m
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition300m
MSRP
Wave Master$309
Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition$1,550

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
46.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
6R55
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$309
$1,550

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What people say

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Phoibos Wave Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Wave Master for its attractive wavy dial, bright lume, and comfortable engineer bracelet, with many considering it one of the best-looking watches under $300. The watch features a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel, and owners report good quality for the price, with a subtle wave pattern on the dial appreciated for its unique style. While some minor finishing flaws like slightly crooked hour markers or an off-center outer ring have been noted, these are generally considered not visible during wear. One owner experienced a clasp breakage after four years, but Phoibos replaced it free of charge. Some owners wish the watch were larger than 40mm, and one notes the GMT hand and other details may not hold up under extreme close-ups. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master highly for its distinctive dial and value, especially considering its build quality and features.

From video reviewers

The unidirectional ceramic bezel action is praised. The lume brightness is noted as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the water resistance rating, with some stating 300M and others 200M.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1965 Heritage Diver's Watch PADI Special Edition is praised for its attractive emerald green sunburst dial with gold accents and its comfortable wearability. Owners note the dial looks gorgeous in the right light, and some find it fits better than other models. The watch features a 40mm steel case, a domed sapphire crystal, and 300m water resistance, powered by the 6R55 movement with a 72-hour power reserve. However, some find the watch wears top-heavy due to its density and case design, and the bracelet clasp is criticized for stamped parts and limited micro-adjustment. The retail price of €1,700 is considered high by some, with sales recommended. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the dial's beauty and the watch's comfortable fit, despite some reservations about its weight distribution and bracelet clasp.

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