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Bremont ionBirdvsPhoibos Apollo Dlc

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Apollo Dlc39mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Apollo Dlc40h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Apollo Dlc200m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Apollo Dlc$485

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$485

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Phoibos Apollo Dlc

The Phoibos Apollo Dlc is lauded for its lightweight, scratch-resistant titanium case and unique granular black dial texture. Owners praise its comfortable 41mm x 48mm x 12.5mm dimensions and exceptional lume performance. However, the rocket-shaped hands are noted as making time-telling difficult in low light, and the non-tapering bracelet is a drawback for some. Some users question its value proposition, with one noting that a tourbillon can be found at the same price point as an NH35-powered Phoibos. Overall, owners appreciate the Phoibos Apollo Dlc for its distinctive design and comfortable titanium build, despite some functional and value concerns.

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