Henry Archer NordsøvsPhoibos Apollo

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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.

Henry Archer Nordsø at true scale

Nordsø

Phoibos Apollo at true scale

Apollo

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

11mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$521

$460

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9015

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$521
$460
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Reviews

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

Henry Archer Nordsø

Henry Archer Nordsø owners widely praise its exceptional fit and finish for a sub-$500 watch, with reviewers highlighting its vibrant dial colors and overall value. The 40mm case is noted as comfortable, and the watch is described as well-made with good durability. Some owners find the blue hand against the green dial polarizing, and the hands are criticized as a design weakness. The bezel knurling is flagged as slippery and lacking legibility for serious diving. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Henry Archer Nordsø highly for its striking use of color and impressive build quality at its price point.

Phoibos Apollo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Apollo for its unique design, outstanding lume, and overall quality, with many appreciating its value. Some owners, however, find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling and note the bracelet's lack of tapering. One owner also flagged the price as high relative to competitors. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetics and impressive lume.

From video reviewers

The vibrant blue dial is a standout feature. The original spring bars were too close to the titanium case, preventing strap changes, but Phoibos will now include curved spring bars.

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