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Lilienthal Berlin Lilienthal 1 – Gold BluevsPhoibos Leviathan

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Lilienthal Berlin Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue

Owners widely report that Lilienthal Berlin Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue offers a minimalist, lower-profile design with a comfortable mesh bracelet, though some find it appears large. The quartz movement is considered decent for the price, and some owners praise the build quality and materials. However, multiple owners criticize the $400 price point as high for a coated case and quartz movement, with some noting machine-stamped dial and hands with unfinished edges. Customer service and order fulfillment are frequently flagged as problematic, with some experiencing significant delays or unresponsiveness. Overall, owners have mixed feelings, with some appreciating the design and perceived quality at the price while others express disappointment and regret, citing issues with finishing and customer support.

Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely report the Phoibos Leviathan offers a vintage experience at an affordable price due to its proportions and conservative design. However, the watch is considered well-made and sturdy but quite heavy, with a 45mm x 54mm lug-to-lug case and a 15.5mm thickness, leading some owners to replace the stock band. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its vintage feel and sturdy build at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features 500m water resistance and a Seiko NH35 automatic movement. The case size is a point of contention, with reviewers noting it is substantial and may overwhelm smaller wrists, while others highlight a 40mm case size as an improvement.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue42.5mm
Leviathan45mm
Power Reserve
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue
Leviathan
Water Resistance
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue50m
Leviathan500m
MSRP
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue$189
Leviathan$309

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42.5mm
45mm
Thickness
0mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
54mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
500m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH 35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$189
$309
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