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Glycine Airpilot ChronovsPhoibos Wave Master

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Airpilot Chrono
GlycineAirpilot Chrono
MSRP $1,895
Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
MSRP $309

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airpilot Chrono44mm
Wave Master42mm
Power Reserve
Airpilot Chrono
Wave Master40h
Water Resistance
Airpilot Chrono100m
Wave Master300m
MSRP
Airpilot Chrono$1,895
Wave Master$309

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
4
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,895
$309

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Glycine Airpilot Chrono

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airpilot Chrono for its exceptional value, with many stating it is worth twice its price and offers finishing comparable to higher-end brands. Specific highlights include the dial's depth and versatility, the symmetrical design with the date at 6 o'clock, the well-integrated 24-hour complication, and the applied indices. The screw-down crown, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance are also frequently cited as strong points, as is the good lume. Some owners find the red chapter ring numerals too small, and the standard Sellita SW200 movement and average clasp are noted as drawbacks. The 41mm case with a 52mm lug-to-lug distance is considered by some to wear large on smaller wrists, though curved lugs help with wearability. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Airpilot Chrono highly for its stunning design and exceptional value at its price point.

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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