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Boldr Globetrotter GMTvsPhoibos Kraken

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Globetrotter GMT
BoldrGlobetrotter GMT
MSRP $469
Kraken
PhoibosKraken
MSRP $499

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Globetrotter GMT40mm
Kraken40mm
Power Reserve
Globetrotter GMT40h
Kraken40h
Water Resistance
Globetrotter GMT200m
Kraken200m
MSRP
Globetrotter GMT$469
Kraken$499

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
12.7mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.5mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
GMT Banff
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34 GMT
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$499

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Boldr Globetrotter GMT

The Boldr Globetrotter GMT is praised for its legibility and finishing, featuring applied Super-LumiNova indices and sword hands on a matte black or sunburst blue dial. Reviewers highlight the ceramic bezel's sharp city markings and tight, smooth ratcheting action. The 44mm 316L stainless steel case exhibits a non-traditional design with radial and vertical brushing.

Phoibos Kraken

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Kraken for its excellent lume, dial production, and the thinness of its Miyota 9015 movement, all at a sub-$500 price point. Specific positive mentions include the case and bracelet finishing, with one owner calling the bracelet excellent. The 40mm size is considered ideal by some. However, some owners find the crown guard execution awkward, and the hands have been described as resembling "veiny penises." There is also a concern that the dial's appearance in natural light might not achieve the desired color-shifting, smoky metallic effect. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Kraken highly for its impressive dial and finishing at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's attractive price point and retro styling are consistently praised. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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