Phoibos ApollovsZelos Blacktip 200m Ti

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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

Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti at true scale

Blacktip 200m Ti

Diameter

39mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$460

lowest

$649

Movement

Miyota 9015

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Blue
Aventurine
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$460
$649
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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti for its value, titanium construction, and unique dial options, with many appreciating its comfortable 41mm size and angled lugs. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its dual lume and smooth winding, while the bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. Some owners find the metal bracelet uncomfortable, preferring alternative straps, and one dislikes the font used on the GMT variant. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti highly for its striking design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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