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Lorier Hydra SIIIvsPhoibos Leviathan

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Hydra SIII
LorierHydra SIII
MSRP $699
Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $399

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hydra SIII39mm
Leviathan40mm
Power Reserve
Hydra SIII40h
Leviathan40h
Water Resistance
Hydra SIII200m
Leviathan200m
MSRP
Hydra SIII$699
Leviathan$399

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$699
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Lorier Hydra SIII

Owners and reviewers praise the Lorier Hydra SIII for its value, GMT functionality via the Miyota 9075 movement, and classic travel-diver aesthetics. Some reviewers note the finishing is simple or a tad rough around the edges, while others find it good for the price. Accuracy figures range from +7 to +8.5 seconds per day. The domed Hesalite crystal may exhibit distortion. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hydra SIII highly for its feature set and value proposition in a travel-diver format.

Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Leviathan for its excellent value, superb case finishing, and generous lume. The watch is described as visually striking, legible, and well-made, with a unique case design, sapphire crystal, and a comfortable FKM strap or excellent bracelet with a milled clasp and quick adjustments. Some owners note the bezel's staggered jimping can cause fingers to slip, and the beveled crystal can distort the view of indices. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting losing 5-10 seconds per day without a winder, while others state it keeps accurate time out of the box. The watch is frequently described as heavy and thick, with some owners finding it too large for wrists smaller than 7.5 inches, although newer models feature an improved clasp for better comfort and functionality. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its striking design and impressive finishing at an accessible price point.

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