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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2vsPhoibos Wave Master

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Bull Shark V2
Borealis Watch Co.Bull Shark V2
MSRP $495
Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
MSRP $309

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bull Shark V238mm
Wave Master42mm
Power Reserve
Bull Shark V240h
Wave Master40h
Water Resistance
Bull Shark V2300m
Wave Master300m
MSRP
Bull Shark V2$495
Wave Master$309

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12.60mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$309

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2

The red bezel is a standout feature. The watch wears small, which is a concern for larger wrists.

Phoibos Wave Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Wave Master for its attractive wavy dial, bright lume, and comfortable engineer bracelet, with many considering it one of the best-looking watches under $300. The watch features a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel, and owners report good quality for the price, with a subtle wave pattern on the dial appreciated for its unique style. While some minor finishing flaws like slightly crooked hour markers or an off-center outer ring have been noted, these are generally considered not visible during wear. One owner experienced a clasp breakage after four years, but Phoibos replaced it free of charge. Some owners wish the watch were larger than 40mm, and one notes the GMT hand and other details may not hold up under extreme close-ups. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master highly for its distinctive dial and value, especially considering its build quality and features.

From video reviewers

The unidirectional ceramic bezel action is praised. The lume brightness is noted as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the water resistance rating, with some stating 300M and others 200M.

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