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Phoibos Apollo DlcvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Apollo Dlc39mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Apollo Dlc40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Apollo Dlc200m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Apollo Dlc$485
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
39mm
30.5mm
Thickness
11mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Water Resistance
200m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
V115
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$375

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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.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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