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Sinn 856 S UTCvsPhoibos Leviathan

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856 S UTC
Sinn856 S UTC
MSRP $2,938
Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
856 S UTC40mm
Leviathan40mm
Power Reserve
856 S UTC38h
Leviathan40h
Water Resistance
856 S UTC200m
Leviathan200m
MSRP
856 S UTC$2,938
Leviathan$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Finish
black
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminescent
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW 330-1
SII NH35
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,938
$399

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What people say

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Sinn 856 S UTC

Owners widely praise the Sinn 856 S UTC for its legibility, robust build, and versatile wearability as an everyday and business-casual timepiece. The watch is frequently chosen for its adventurous UTC functionality and durability features, including tegimentation, anti-magnetism, and humidity protection, making it suitable for frequent travel. One owner reports accuracy of approximately -10 seconds per day. On balance, owners rate the Sinn 856 S UTC highly for its practical functionality and rugged construction.

Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Leviathan for its excellent value, superb case finishing, and generous lume. The watch is described as visually striking, legible, and well-made, with a unique case design, sapphire crystal, and a comfortable FKM strap or excellent bracelet with a milled clasp and quick adjustments. Some owners note the bezel's staggered jimping can cause fingers to slip, and the beveled crystal can distort the view of indices. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting losing 5-10 seconds per day without a winder, while others state it keeps accurate time out of the box. The watch is frequently described as heavy and thick, with some owners finding it too large for wrists smaller than 7.5 inches, although newer models feature an improved clasp for better comfort and functionality. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its striking design and impressive finishing at an accessible price point.

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