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Lorca MODEL No.1 GMTvsPhoibos Wave Master

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MODEL No.1 GMT
LorcaMODEL No.1 GMT
MSRP $1,875
Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
MSRP $309

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MODEL No.1 GMT36mm
Wave Master42mm
Power Reserve
MODEL No.1 GMT40h
Wave Master40h
Water Resistance
MODEL No.1 GMT200m
Wave Master300m
MSRP
MODEL No.1 GMT$1,875
Wave Master$309

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
11.2mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel 316L
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
C125
SII NH35A
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,875
$309

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT for its 36mm size and 11.2mm thinness, vintage-inspired design, and crisp finishing. The champagne sunburst dial and integrated bracelet are frequently highlighted as attractive elements. Some owners note the bezel font as a detractor, and a reviewer points out the lume is insignificant. The watch uses a caller GMT movement, and one owner finds the small crown impractical to manipulate. Accuracy is reported as within +/- 4 seconds per day, and it features 20 ATM water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Lorca MODEL No.1 GMT for its refined design and compact dimensions, though some question its value proposition for an emerging brand.

Phoibos Wave Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Wave Master for its attractive wavy dial, bright lume, and comfortable engineer bracelet, with many considering it one of the best-looking watches under $300. The watch features a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel, and owners report good quality for the price, with a subtle wave pattern on the dial appreciated for its unique style. While some minor finishing flaws like slightly crooked hour markers or an off-center outer ring have been noted, these are generally considered not visible during wear. One owner experienced a clasp breakage after four years, but Phoibos replaced it free of charge. Some owners wish the watch were larger than 40mm, and one notes the GMT hand and other details may not hold up under extreme close-ups. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master highly for its distinctive dial and value, especially considering its build quality and features.

From video reviewers

The unidirectional ceramic bezel action is praised. The lume brightness is noted as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the water resistance rating, with some stating 300M and others 200M.

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