Kobold Phantom SL 18K Rose GoldvsKobold Phantom SL Avantgarde
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Measurements
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Phantom SL 18K Rose Gold
Phantom SL Avantgarde
Diameter
41mm
41mm
Thickness
17mm
17mm
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$34,500
$18,500
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Movement
Valjoux 7750
Valjoux 7750
Case
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Kobold Phantom SL 18K Rose Gold's attractive style and light titanium case. However, the community consistently criticizes Kobold's business practices, managerial issues, and extremely long service turnaround times, leading some to advise against the brand despite liking the watches themselves. On balance, owners rate the Kobold Phantom SL 18K Rose Gold highly for its appealing design and light wearability, though significant concerns exist regarding the brand's customer service and operational efficiency.
Owners report the Kobold Phantom SL Avantgarde can be found for better value on the secondary market, though customer service issues and long repair times are significant concerns for some. One owner reported a crown threading issue on their steel Phantom, while another experienced the same problem on a titanium model. Despite these drawbacks, some owners still appreciate the watch's style and build quality. Overall, owners rate the Kobold Phantom SL Avantgarde with mixed feelings due to customer service concerns despite appreciating its style and build quality.
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