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HELM MiyakovsPhoibos Narwhal

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Miyako
HELMMiyako
MSRP $375
Narwhal
PhoibosNarwhal
MSRP $509

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Miyako40mm
Narwhal38mm
Power Reserve
Miyako42h
Narwhal40h
Water Resistance
Miyako200m
Narwhal200m
MSRP
Miyako$375
Narwhal$509

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
13.75mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Gray
Malachite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$509

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

HELM Miyako

HELM Miyako owners widely praise its exceptional value and quality, with multiple reports highlighting its stunning appearance and dial details. The watch is noted for its excellent accuracy, with figures around +1.5 to +2 seconds per day. One owner found the HELM Miyako to be tough and versatile, fitting well on a 6.6-inch wrist. Overall, owners consider the HELM Miyako an amazing value and a great watch, worth the wait for its availability.

Phoibos Narwhal

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Narwhal's 38mm size and slim 11.5mm height for a 200m diver, noting it wears well on smaller wrists and its case shape resembles an integrated bracelet. The aventurine and Howlite dials are described as captivating, and some appreciate the contrast finishing and retro looks. However, some owners criticize misaligned markers and a tilted date window, with one owner finding the hands thick and popsicle-style. The value proposition is debated, with some finding it a good buy at $390 but others considering $480-$490 too much due to a slabby design and difficult-to-size bracelet. On balance, owners find the Phoibos Narwhal appealing for its design and wearability, though quality control and pricing are points of contention for some.

From video reviewers

The unique stone dial is a significant strength. The bracelet's refinement is a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the dial's appeal, with one highlighting its sunburst effect and applied indices, while another focuses on the natural stone variation.

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