Filippo Loreti Watches AquadivervsPhoibos Reef Master

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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.

Filippo Loreti Watches Aquadiver at true scale

Aquadiver

Phoibos Reef Master at true scale

Reef Master

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

13.4mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$425

$335

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH38

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
13.45mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH38

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$425
$335
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Reviews

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

Filippo Loreti Watches Aquadiver

The Filippo Loreti Watches Aquadiver is praised by one owner for its beauty and comfortable wearability, despite the brand facing criticism from enthusiasts. Another owner expresses concern about the brand's reputation, alleging that watches are overpriced and that delivery issues are common. Overall, owners are split on the Filippo Loreti Watches Aquadiver, with one highlighting its aesthetic appeal and wearability while another raises significant concerns about the brand's value proposition and reliability.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial details are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the lume on the Aquadiver is not very bright.

Phoibos Reef Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Reef Master for its exceptional value, with many highlighting the sapphire crystal, AR coating, and extensive BGW9 lume. The DLC coating's scratch resistance and the included leather and rubber straps are also noted positives. Some owners find the 42mm case surprisingly comfortable and not overly bulky. The Shamrock Green dial and texture, as well as the recessed sandwich dial and lumed bezel creating a 3D effect, have received specific praise. Accuracy is reported as good, with one owner noting +-2 sec/day. Criticisms include a rough bezel action that may require lubrication, a disappointing basic folding clasp, and a date window that is too small. The watch's logo has been described as "ugly AF" by some commenters. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Reef Master highly for its impressive feature set and build quality at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Reef Master offers excellent value for its price point. Reviewers noted concerns regarding the bracelet quality.

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