Addiesdive Retro Sword Sub NH35 Dive Watch AD2064vsPhoibos Narwhal

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Addiesdive Retro Sword Sub NH35 Dive Watch AD2064 at true scale

Retro Sword Sub NH35 Dive Watch AD2064

Phoibos Narwhal at true scale

Narwhal

Diameter

41mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

13mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$139

lowest

$509

Movement

Seiko NH35

Miyota 9015

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Malachite
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$139
$509
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Addiesdive Retro Sword Sub NH35 Dive Watch AD2064

Owners widely praise the Addiesdive Retro Sword Sub NH35 Dive Watch AD2064 for its excellent value, with one owner noting its C3 SuperLuminova is bright and durable. The watch features a 41mm stainless steel case and a sapphire crystal. One owner found the bracelet improved significantly when swapped with one from another Addiesdive model. Overall, owners rate the Addiesdive Retro Sword Sub NH35 Dive Watch AD2064 highly for its surprising quality and finishing at its price point.

Phoibos Narwhal

The Phoibos Narwhal is praised for its captivating aventurine and Howlite dials, and its 38mm case is noted to wear well on smaller wrists, with one owner comparing its profile to a vintage Zenith El Primero. Some owners appreciate the brand's quality for the price, with one describing the case shape as resembling an integrated bracelet. However, criticisms include misaligned markers and a tilted date window, with one owner finding the hands to be too thick. The watch is considered by some to be overpriced at $480, with a slabby design and difficult-to-size bracelet links. Opinions are split on the 38mm size, with some finding it wears larger than expected, and the brand's logo is polarizing. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Narwhal highly for its unique dial options and distinctive case design at its price point, despite some concerns regarding finishing consistency.

From video reviewers

The unique stone dial is a significant strength. The bracelet's refinement is a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the dial's appeal, with one highlighting its sunburst effect and applied indices, while another focuses on the natural stone variation.