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Phoibos ApollovsPraesidus Rec Spec

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Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460
Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo39mm
Rec Spec38mm
Power Reserve
Apollo40h
Rec Spec40h
Water Resistance
Apollo200m
Rec Spec100m
MSRP
Apollo$460
Rec Spec$235

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Nylon NATO 38mm
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko NH36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$460
$235

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What people say

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Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

Praesidus Rec Spec

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

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