Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2vsPhoibos Eagle Ray 200M

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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.

Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 at true scale

Sea Ranger M2

Phoibos Eagle Ray 200M at true scale

Eagle Ray 200M

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.5mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

12.5mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$1,299

$480

lowest

Movement

La Joux-Perret G100

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Thickness
12.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,299
$480
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Reviews

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

Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2

The Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 is noted for its functional and balanced design, excellent legibility, and a 12-hour lumed sapphire bezel. Reviewers highlight its good lume, though one source describes it as good but not great. The watch features a 40mm case and 300m water resistance. One review states it uses a La Joux-Perret G100 movement regulated to ±8 seconds per day, while another mentions a Sellita SW200 automatic movement adjusted by the brand. The pre-order price is $650, with a standard price of $850. On balance, reviewers find the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 to be a compelling GADA watch, with its design and legibility being key strengths.

Phoibos Eagle Ray 200M

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date's design and logo, with one owner noting its well-made appearance despite the low cost and another appreciating the symmetrical date window at 6 o'clock. The watch features a ceramic bezel and a slightly domed sapphire crystal. However, multiple owners report receiving non-functional watches and experiencing poor customer service when seeking refunds. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date positively for its design and value, though significant concerns exist regarding initial functionality and customer support.