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Phoibos Apollo DlcvsHelgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

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Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485
Skyfighter (Refurbished)
HelgraySkyfighter (Refurbished)
MSRP $199

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo Dlc39mm
Skyfighter (Refurbished)42mm
Power Reserve
Apollo Dlc40h
Skyfighter (Refurbished)40h
Water Resistance
Apollo Dlc200m
Skyfighter (Refurbished)50m
MSRP
Apollo Dlc$485
Skyfighter (Refurbished)$199

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Swiss-Made Ronda 5021.D Strap
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$199

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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.

Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

Owners widely praise the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) for its handsome, sporty yet understated design, finding it versatile and good value at its price point. One owner notes the watch is in excellent condition with no marks on the case or crystal, and only minor scuffs on the caseback. However, the brand faces criticism for poor build quality, low-quality movements, and a lack of customer service. On balance, owners find the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) to be a versatile and well-priced quartz chronograph, despite concerns about the brand's overall quality and service.

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