Phoibos ApollovsSeiko Prospex Land Mechanical

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Phoibos Apollo at true scale

Apollo

Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical at true scale

Prospex Land Mechanical

Diameter

39mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

46.4mm

Thickness

11mm

lowest

12.7mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

72h

MSRP

$460

lowest

$995

Movement

Miyota 9015

Seiko 6R55

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.4mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko 6R55
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$460
$995
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Reviews

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

Phoibos Apollo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Apollo for its unique design, outstanding lume, and overall quality, with many appreciating its value. Some owners, however, find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling and note the bracelet's lack of tapering. One owner also flagged the price as high relative to competitors. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetics and impressive lume.

From video reviewers

The vibrant blue dial is a standout feature. The original spring bars were too close to the titanium case, preventing strap changes, but Phoibos will now include curved spring bars.

Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its unique style, dial texture, and color, with many finding its 39.5mm case size appealing and suitable for daily wear. Some owners, however, report the watch feels big, thick, and heavy, potentially uncomfortable for smaller wrists, and a few consider its price high for the features offered. One owner noted its accuracy and durability during water submersion, while another specifically praised its useful day-date complication. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its aesthetic appeal and versatile design, with the case dimensions and unique style being the primary drivers of satisfaction.