Benrus Watches DTU PhantomvsBOLDR Supply Co. Ranger Shamba
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Measurements
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DTU Phantom
Ranger Shamba
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
lowest
46mm
Thickness
10.7mm
lowest
12mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
$1,595
$299
lowest
Movement
ETA 2892-A2
Seiko NH38
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely appreciate the Benrus Watches DTU Phantom as a faithful reissue, with one owner specifically praising the 38mm case size. The watch features 100m water resistance, a screw-down crown, and a double-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating. One owner reported their DTU-2A/P ran at +5 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Benrus Watches DTU Phantom highly for its faithful reissue aesthetics and practical specifications.
Owners widely praise the BOLDR Supply Co. Ranger Shamba for its original designs and solid, well-built feel, with reviewers noting its retro-leaning aesthetic, clean lines, and matte bead-blasted finish. The 40mm case is equipped with a screwdown crown and offers 200 meters of water resistance. One owner, however, reports significant issues with other watches from the brand, including a seized crown requiring a movement replacement. On balance, the BOLDR Supply Co. Ranger Shamba is rated well by owners and reviewers for its design and build quality at the price point.
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