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CWC GS Sapphire WatchvsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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GS Sapphire Watch
CWCGS Sapphire Watch
MSRP $333
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GS Sapphire Watch36.5mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
GS Sapphire Watch40h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
GS Sapphire Watch200m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
GS Sapphire Watch$333
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
36.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
CWC GS Sapphire Watch, Black with Black Dial
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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CWC GS Sapphire Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC GS Sapphire Watch for its extreme wearability, legible dial with a minute track, and robust build, embodying military heritage in a contemporary field watch. Its subtle 36.5mm size and 200m water resistance with a screw-down crown are frequently highlighted as practical strengths, with some owners appreciating the sapphire crystal over acrylic. The watch is noted as a "strap monster" with high-quality included straps. Some owners find the CWC GS Sapphire overpriced, and fixed spring bars are a noted drawback, though justified by military specification, presenting a challenge for thicker straps. Overall, owners rate the CWC GS Sapphire highly for its practical design, military heritage, and wearability at its price point.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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