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Phoibos Apollo DlcvsGrand Seiko SBGP015

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Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485
SBGP015
Grand SeikoSBGP015
MSRP $3,800

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo Dlc39mm
SBGP01540mm
Power Reserve
Apollo Dlc40h
SBGP01540h
Water Resistance
Apollo Dlc200m
SBGP015200m
MSRP
Apollo Dlc$485
SBGP015$3,800

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.1mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
9F85
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$3,800

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What people say

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Phoibos Apollo Dlc

The Phoibos Apollo Dlc is lauded for its lightweight, scratch-resistant titanium case and unique granular black dial texture. Owners praise its comfortable 41mm x 48mm x 12.5mm dimensions and exceptional lume performance. However, the rocket-shaped hands are noted as making time-telling difficult in low light, and the non-tapering bracelet is a drawback for some. Some users question its value proposition, with one noting that a tourbillon can be found at the same price point as an NH35-powered Phoibos. Overall, owners appreciate the Phoibos Apollo Dlc for its distinctive design and comfortable titanium build, despite some functional and value concerns.

Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its stupendous, substantial, and classy versatility, with reviewers noting the dial print is exceptionally sharp, casting shadows under light. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is lauded for its excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is listed for £1900. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and the accuracy of its 9F85 quartz movement.

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