Aquatico Dolphin 38mm DivervsPhoibos Voyager
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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.
Dolphin 38mm Diver
Voyager
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
13.5mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
MSRP
$399
$299
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Aquatico Dolphin 38mm Dive Watch is praised for its original design and comfortable wearability on smaller wrists, with one owner reporting excellent quality over several years. However, some owners note the 38mm case might wear small due to its dial size. One owner experienced a rotor issue with the Seiko movement after a few years. Overall, owners rate the Aquatico Dolphin 38mm Dive Watch well for its design and wearability at the price point.
The Phoibos Voyager is praised for its attractive MOP dial, good overall finishing, and fun octopus logo, with one owner describing it as "brutalist" and "a tank" with well-aligned elements. However, the red lettering on the red date wheel at 6 o'clock is illegible, and the 13.5mm thick case can be prone to accidental knocks. On balance, owners appreciate the Phoibos Voyager for its distinctive dial and robust build quality, despite legibility issues with the date wheel.
The NH34 movement is a significant positive. The lume could be brighter.
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